The KZKT-7428 Rusich tank transporter artillery tractor was developed as a successor to the MAZ-537 by KZKT. It can haul semi-trailers loads up to 70 t, both on and off road. It entered service with the Soviet Army in 1990.^[2][3]

It is powered by the YaMZ-8401.10-14 V12 diesel engine, developing 650 hp, located behind the cab. Vehicle can operate on cross country terrain in any climatic conditions in temperature ranges from -50 to +50°C.^[4] Curb weight - 23.7 tonnes, GVW - 50.7 tonnes, GCVW - 93.7 tonnes. Maximum speed - 65 km/h. Fuel consumption - 125 liters per 100 km. Range - 1500 km.^[5]