The Logistics of the Roof: A Specialist's Audit of Pamir Highway Routing and Vehicle Vetting
The Pamir Highway (M41) between Dushanbe and Osh crosses some of the highest drivable terrain in the world, peaking at 4,655 metres at Ak-Baital Pass. Navigating it correctly demands a GBAO permit secured before arrival, a properly vetted high-clearance 4x4 with two full-size spares, and current knowledge of border protocols at Kyzyl-Art. This is the specialist's audit of what the logistics actually require.
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