2P16 Launcher with Missile of 2k6 Luna (FROG-5), 1/35 - Trumpeter 09545

The kit 2P16 Launcher with Missile of 2K6 Luna (FROG-5), reference 09545, is an injection-molded plastic military kit by Trumpeter. It reproduces the Soviet self-propelled launcher 2P16 with its missile from the 2K6 Luna system, known by the NATO codename FROG-5 in this configuration.

The 2K6 Luna system belongs to the family of Soviet short-range ballistic missile systems. The Luna missiles use a solid propellant, are unguided, and are stabilized by rotation. In NATO designation, the FROG-5 corresponds to the 3R10 missile. The 2K6 Luna system was later replaced starting in 1965 by the 9K52 Luna-M, designated FROG-7 by NATO.

At a scale of 1/35, the launcher and its missile form a standout piece for a collection devoted to Cold War Soviet military vehicles, rocket artillery systems, or post-war military equipment dioramas. A 1/35 scale reduces each dimension of the real vehicle by a factor of thirty-five, while still allowing detailed work on features, painting, and weathering.

The Trumpeter kit includes more than 570 parts spread across 21 sprues, with the upper and lower hull components molded separately. The tracks are reproduced with individual links. A photo-etched fret and a copper cable are also provided to enhance certain details of the assembly. Once assembled, the model measures 310 mm long and 90.2 mm wide.

Assembly requires careful preparation of the parts before gluing, especially for the running gear elements and the separate track links. Dry-fitting the subassemblies helps check fitment before painting. Applying a suitable primer to the plastic then helps achieve consistent paint coverage and brings out surface reliefs. Metal details and launcher surfaces can be emphasized with washes, dry brushing, and progressive weathering, depending on the desired look.

The model is to be assembled and painted. Glue, paints, cutting tools, abrasives, primer, and finishing products are required to build the kit.

Technical features:

• Brand: Trumpeter
• Reference: 09545
• Type: injection-molded plastic military kit
• Subject: 2P16 launcher with 2K6 Luna FROG-5 missile
• Scale: 1/35
• Number of parts: more than 570
• Sprues: 21, with upper and lower hull
• Overall length (assembled): 310 mm
• Overall width (assembled): 90.2 mm
• Included parts: photo-etch, copper cable, and individual track links