BAV-485 / ZIS-485 "BIG AMPHIBIOUS VEHICLE"
Soviet amphibious truck, based on ZIL-157 truck platform.
This replica is as realistic, as it could be done in stormw.
Some specs:
– Max power 109 HP
– Top speed 62 km/h on ground, 15 km/h on water (unrealistically fast – origin was only capable of doing 10,8 km/h, but for the game it`s way too slow)
– Fuel capacity 200 L
Features:
– Realistic engine power curve and gear ratios
– Transmission simulation
– Accurate cockpit interior
– Fully functional controls
– Rotating drive shafts
– Same as original construction in terms of drivetran elements location and functionality
– Realistacally low power, bad handling and braking, and suspension behavior
– Floats as the original one
– Buggy fuel meter
How to start and drive:
– Get in
– Turn ignition/starter key
– UP/DOWN controls current gear
– W/S controls throttle/braking
– Switch in to 1st gear
– Press and hold W to accelerate, automatic clutch will do the job
– Switch gears as engine rpm builds up
– You`re breathtaking
Hints:
– The most torque in range 1100 to 1500 rpm
– You can build up rpm on neutral (0) gear and then switch into 1st gear to make a burning start (not really). Could be useful to start driving uphill
– You can use arrows to switch gears, but for more realistic experience try to use lever.
– Driving with front axle means lower power due to torque loss in transmission
– Use transfer gearbox gear 1 to tow heavy things
– Heater works only if engine temp is more than 20 dergees
– Winch powered by engine, so keep revs higher to make it work. If you don`t need the truck to turn wheels while you operating winch, set transfer box to neutral (0).
– On water disable wheels using transfer box setting 0 to prevent pointless wheel rotation.
Have fun!
