(Baonghean.vn) - Riding sidecar motorcycles, also known as boat motorcycles - a special type of three-wheeled motorcycle previously used by the armed forces, is now a trend among classic motorcycle enthusiasts in Vietnam.A vintage car collector in Nghe An owns several sidecars, including the Ural M72 – a legendary motorbike-boat from the former Soviet Union.
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| Ural motorcycles are known as a symbol of traditional Russian culture. These three-wheeled Ural motorcycles have long affirmed their class and enduring appeal as one of the most distinctive motorcycle lines. In Vietnam, only a handful of original Ural motorcycles remain. |
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| During World War II, Stalin commissioned the production of Ural M72s, which were 'copies' of the Nazi German BMW R71. The M72s were equipped for elite troops advancing directly from Red Square to the front lines. The Ural M72 was also notable for its durability, versatility across various terrains, ability to carry three people, and especially its capacity to transport a large amount of cargo. During World War II, it was truly a popular vehicle in the military. |
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| The Ural M72 features an olive-gray painted body, uses boat-like canvas, and notably includes a machine gun mount. The Ural M72 is equipped with a spare tire at the rear of the boat and a shovel. A highlight of the M72 is its teardrop-shaped fuel tank, which gives the vehicle a softer look while maintaining its robust military design. |
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| The front of the vehicle has a windshield. |
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| The car's engine section. |
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| Storage compartment. |
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| This is an original Ural motorcycle in a lineup of sidecars in Nghe An during a trip. |
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| The owner of the car is a veteran who fought in the 320A Division during the war against the US and in border defense, so this veteran has added some accessories to commemorate that time of war. |
Vo Son
