UAZ Bars (, UAZ-3159) is a SUV produced by UAZ, Russia. The Russian Барс (Bars) translates to Leopard. It was introduced in December 1999. About 10,000 automobiles were produced since then. UAZ Bars is a passenger-utility car with 4-wheel drive, developed on the basis of UAZ-3153.
Overview
"Bars" is an widetrack (1890 mm versus 1,785 mm (70.3 in)) of the UAZ-3153 extended wheelbase modification of the UAZ-3151, with engine ZMZ-409 with an overall length of 4550mm and a wheelbase of 2760mm. The Bars has a higher capacity of negotiating gradients, better structural strength, and steering capacity on roads of different surface quality.
The standard complete equipment has been supplemented with: Portal axles hydro amplifier of the steering system; 5-speed gear box; fine mesh transfer box.
For the UAZ-3159 'BARS' a new range of 16-valve ZMZ-406 engine has been used with electronic controlled fuel injection. The engine design comprises cast iron cylinder block, two camshafts in the engine head and timing chain.