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Self-taught constructor Paul Burov made a splash at the Big Gathering of Homemade Tech in Perm with his winning all-terrain vehicle. The event, which showcases inventive and custom-built machinery, attracted masters from across the country, including creators of quad bikes, electric scooters, tractors, and excavators.
Burov, a resident of Katav-Ivanovsk, built his first all-terrain vehicle in 2020 and has since been refining his craft. His fourth invention, the winning vehicle at the Big Gathering, was a collaborative effort, with advice from other masters and open sources.
The all-terrain vehicle's internal combustion engine is from an 'Oka', while the axles are from a LuAZ. The creation weighs approximately 600 kilograms, significantly heavier than store-bought models, which can vary from 150 to 450 kilograms. Despite its heft, the vehicle boasts a speed of approximately 45-50 kilometers per hour, making it a capable off-roader.
Burov's all-terrain vehicle has a practical purpose, serving as a snow clearer in winter and a means of transport for summer forest trips to gather mushrooms and berries. The vehicle, which costs half a million rubles, is significantly less expensive than the most advanced store-bought sports quad bikes, which can cost almost three million rubles.
However, the cost of parts, particularly tires, can be expensive, with tires costing around 80,000 rubles. Burov assembles his projects with soul and doesn't compete with stores, believing that each technique has its own advantages.
Burov spoke to a correspondent from IA "First Regional" about his creation at the Big Gathering of Homemade Tech. He admitted that he ended up at the event by chance, through a group of enthusiasts on social media. The creator of the group and the organizer of the event personally invited Burov to participate.
Burov plans to sell his all-terrain vehicle, as it is not intended for public roads and considered sports equipment. His innovative work in building homemade vehicles has gained recognition, showcasing the potential of passion-driven engineering and DIY craftsmanship.
The all-terrain vehicle constructed by Paul Burov, the winner of the Big Gathering of Homemade Tech, features elements from established technologies such as an internal combustion engine from an 'Oka' and axles from a LuAZ. Despite its homemade nature, Burov's creation leverages open sources and advice from fellow masters in the field of technology.
