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Zil 131

Built: 1973-1973 · Series: Other models

The photo shows the 131V-6X6/3350+1250 from the same series. Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Zil_131_6x6_radio_tr
The 131 comes from Zil. Production: 1973. The engine has 8 cylinders, with a displacement of 6,000 cm³. The machine is 6,900 mm long and 2,390 mm wide. The unladen weight is 6,600 kg. The wheelbase measures 4,610 mm. The gross vehicle weight is 10,250 kg. The machine runs on 6 wheels. Unladen weight across the Zil range ranges from 4,000 to 8,200 kg; the 131 sits in the upper part of that range with 6,600 kg. Its immediate neighbours are the 131V-6X6/3350+1250 below it with 6,250 kg and the Avolavakuorma-auto (BA) 5960cm3 above it with 6,715 kg. 22 Zil models across 3 series are on record. The model is listed under Trucks over 7.5 t. 10 verified figures from 1 source are on file.

Technical data

Engine

Cylinders8correct
Displacement6,000 cm³correct

Dimensions and weights

Length6,900 mmcorrect
Width2,390 mmcorrect
Wheelbase4,610 mmcorrect
Unladen weight6,600 kgcorrect
Gross vehicle weight10,250 kgcorrect

Drivetrain and chassis

Wheels6correct

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Zil 131 weigh?

The unladen weight is 6,600 kg.

What is the gross vehicle weight of the Zil 131?

10,250 kg.

What engine does the Zil 131 have?

8 cylinders, 6,000 cm³ displacement.

What are the dimensions of the Zil 131?

6,900 mm × 2,390 mm.

When was the Zil 131 built?

Production years: 1973.

What to check before buying

  • Check the hour meter against the service records — a replaced instrument is the most common gap.
  • Compare the data plate and chassis number with the papers.
  • Check the weights in the papers against the figures here — attachments change them.
  • Ask about parts availability for this build year — the running costs hang on it.

A general list for this type of machine — no substitute for an inspection or an appraiser.

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This page carries 10 individual figures for this model. They come from 1 recorded source; every figure can be traced there. What we cannot document is not here — we leave gaps open rather than estimate them.

The technical data on this page comes from official vehicle registration records (RDW/Traficom), not from the manufacturer.

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Other models in this series

00131H

00131H-6X6/3350+1250

130 DIESEL P-JAV/5200

130 G1 DIESEL L/4500

131 KO

131-6X6/3350+1250

131-6x6

131V-6X6/3350+1250

157 K 6X6/369+112

157 KV 6X6

164 A

375 A

Sources: [1]

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