The BA-64 was a 4x4 light armoured car, employed by the Soviet Army from 1942 into the early 1960s for reconnaissance and liaison tasks.
The BA-64B was nicknamed 'Bobik' by its crews.
On March 9, 1942, after successful trials, designers were ordered to improve some shortcomings. On March 14, 1942, the BA-64 armored car was accepted for service.
The BA-64 was the first Soviet armored car with four-wheel drive, and it could climb 30 degree slopes, cross 0.9 m ford and 18degree slippery hill-sides. The vehicle could move on sand very well. The survivability of the BA-64 was increased by using bullet-proof tyres. |
