The GAZ-61 is a four-wheel-drive car from USSR manufacturer GAZ first introduced in 1938[1][2] by designer V. A. Gratchev, to replace his too-complex model GAZ-M21.

It could climb angles up to 38 degrees and cross water up to 72 cm (28 in) deep.

It was powered by a 3,485 cc (212.7 cu in) six-cylinder four-stroke engine with 85 hp (63 kW) and a top speed of 100 km/h (62 mph).

It became a five-seat, four-door six-light saloon with the same engine, but now rated at a top speed of 107 km/h (66 mph).

The GAZ-61 was produced not only in civilian black but also in blue and Russian 4BO green, together with the typical cross-country tread tires.