Tatra
815
815-2 (1989)
1989–1996
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About this generation
The Tatra 815-2 was introduced in 1989 as a major modernization of the Tatra 815. It retained the backbone chassis and independent suspension architecture while introducing updated cab, drivetrain and engine technology. The range remained available in numerous road, construction, mining and military configurations.
Key Features
- Heavy-duty truck
- Backbone chassis
- Independent swing-axle suspension
- Air-cooled Tatra engines
- Updated cab
- 4x4, 6x6 and 8x8 configurations
- Construction and mining
- Military applications
- Heavy haulage
- Special-purpose vehicles
Technical Overview
- Production
- 1989–1996
- Replaced
- Tatra 815
- Succeeded by
- Tatra 815-2 TerrN°1
Cab & Transmission
- Cab Types
- Forward-Control Day Cab
- Forward-Control Sleeper Cab
- Crew Cab
- Transmissions
- Tatra manual transmission
- Multi-speed auxiliary gearbox
Engines
4 engines