Russia USSR stamps year 1957 USSR Motor Industry set MNH

In 1957, the USSR (Soviet Union) released a notable and highly collectible series of stamps dedicated to the Soviet Motor Vehicle Industry. This set is famous among “Transport on Stamps” collectors for its detailed depictions of iconic mid-century Soviet cars, trucks, and buses.

The 1957 Soviet Motor Vehicle Series

This series usually consists of 6 stamps, each showcasing a different vehicle that represented the pride of Soviet engineering at the time.

Face Value	Vehicle Featured	Description
10k	GAZ-51 Truck	The workhorse of the USSR; a versatile 2.5-ton 4×2 truck.
25k	MAZ-501 / MAZ-200	A heavy-duty timber truck or cargo hauler (often depicted in a forest setting).
40k	GAZ-M20 “Pobeda”	The iconic “Victory” passenger car, one of the first Soviet unibody cars.
40k	ZIL-158 / ZIS-155 Bus	A common city transit bus seen throughout the Eastern Bloc.
60k	Volga M-21	The legendary luxury sedan that replaced the Pobeda; a symbol of status.
1r	ZIL-111	The high-end limousine used by Soviet officials, resembling American styling of the era.

Philatelic Details

Catalog Numbers: * Scott: #1917–1922
- Michel: #2004–2009
- CPA (Russia): #2076–2081
Artist: The designs are credited to the artist Zavyalov, known for his realistic industrial style.
Printing: These were typically printed using the photogravure process, which gives them a soft, detailed look compared to standard line-engraved stamps.