Soviet 2S14 Zhalo-S 85mm anti-tank gun, 1/35 - Trumpeter 09536

The Soviet 2S14 Zhalo-S 85mm anti-tank gun model kit by Trumpeter, reference 09536, recreates at 1/35 the Soviet self-propelled anti-tank vehicle 2S14 Zhalo-S. This original subject combines an armoured troop transport BTR-70 chassis with an 85 mm anti-tank gun mounted in a turret.

The 2S14 Zhalo-S is a Soviet prototype developed as part of research into wheeled anti-tank vehicles. Its distinctive silhouette, marked by the long barrel and an eight-wheel running gear, makes it a particularly interesting model for a collection of Soviet armoured vehicles and experimental vehicles from the contemporary period.

This injection-moulded plastic kit to be assembled includes approximately 460 parts and also features metal elements. Once built, the model measures approximately 215.5 mm in length and 80.7 mm in width. At a scale of 1/35, it fits naturally into a modern military diorama or a display dedicated to Soviet armoured vehicles.

Assembly involves the usual steps for static scale modelling: preparing and removing the parts from the sprues, gluing, treating the mating lines, and painting. Applying a primer before painting helps you check the assemblies and achieve a consistent finish. Then a carefully controlled weathering can be used to emphasize the details of the hull, the turret, and the running gear.

Technical features

• Brand : Trumpeter
• Reference : 09536
• Type : injection-moulded plastic model kit
• Subject : Soviet 2S14 Zhalo-S with 85 mm anti-tank gun
• Scale : 1/35
• Number of parts : approx. 460
• Overall length (assembled) : approx. 215.5 mm
• Overall width (assembled) : approx. 80.7 mm
• Included parts : metal parts

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Building this model kit requires the usual supplies: plastic model glue, side cutters, sprue removal tool, fine abrasive paper, primer, paints, and suitable finishing products.