DIY RAF-22031 Latvija Ambulance Paper Model

The RAF-2203 Latvija (nickname Rafik) was a cabover van designed and developed by Rigas Autobusu Fabrika from 1976–1997. They were widely used throughout the USSR as medical cars, used for trade and as a special services vehicles. This van used the 2,445 cc (149.2 cu in) engine of the GAZ-24, between the front seats, with independent front suspension also from the GAZ-24. It borrowed headlights and brake system parts from the Moskvitch 412, outside door handles from the Moskvitch 408, and 15 in (38 cm) wheels of the GAZ-21 Volga. The single rear door hinged at the top, rather than the more-usual side-opening. The model powered by a 95 hp (71 kW; 96 PS) 2,445 cc (149.2 cu in) with 8.2:1 compression. An ambulance, the 22031 made up fully a third of all 2203s built.

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