The KrAZ-255B entered in production in 1965, with full series production commencing in 1967. The KrAZ-255B was the direct replacement of the earlier serially produced KrAZ-214 truck. The KrAZ-255B (B1) was a later model that featured a revised braking system.The KrAZ-255B had some visual similarities with the earlier KrAZ-214 but had a more powerful engine, a V-8 four-stroke diesel developing 240 hp to replace the six-cylinder two-stroke 205 hp unit of the KrAZ-214. Other design improvements included a hydraulic steering booster replacing the pneumatic booster of the KrAZ-214, and the standard 14.00-20 tyres of the KrAZ-214 were replaced by new wide section pressure adjustable tires with a centralised tire inflation system controlled by the driver directly from cab. In 1976 the KrAZ-255B was equipped with a new dual-circuit braking system that replaced an earlier single circuit system, and such vehicles were given the revised KrAZ-255B (B1) model designation.
| Item No | 85506 |
| Item Name | Russian KrAZ-255B |
| Bar Code | 6939319255068 |
| Scale | 1:35 |
| Item Type | Static kit |
| Metal Parts | n/a |
| Photo Etched Parts | 1 piece |
| Film Accessory | n/a |
| Model Dimension | Length:247.8 mm Width: 79mm |
| Total Plastic Parts | 510+ |
| Total Sprues | 12 sprues and tires |
| Chromeplate Parts | n/a |
| Resin Parts | n/a |
| Released Date | 2014-10 |
| More Features | > Detailed multi-directional slide-molded cab > Full drive train assembly complete with engine transmission, differential housing and suspension units. > The main tires are hollow rubber with very good tread pattern > Wheel hubs are in great details > The windshield and side windows are made of clear parts. > Photo-etched parts included |