The Trumpeter 02342 Soviet 52-K 85mm Air Defense Gun M1943 Late Version kit is a high-quality plastic model assembly kit in the popular 1/35 scale. This model accurately replicates the Soviet 52-K 85mm anti-aircraft gun in its late production version, which was one of the most important components of Soviet air defense during World War II.

Historical background: The 52-K gun was developed in the USSR in the second half of the 1930s, with mass production starting in 1939. The M1943 version was an improved variant introduced towards the end of the war. This gun actively participated in frontline operations during World War II, serving both as anti-aircraft defense against the Luftwaffe and—thanks to its excellent ballistic performance—as an anti-armor weapon against German tanks and assault guns. By the end of the war and after, it was employed by the Soviet army and by users from the Warsaw Pact countries. It was most commonly used on the Eastern Front and during the defense of major Soviet cities such as Moscow and Leningrad.

• Scale: 1:35
• Country of use: Soviet Union (USSR)
• Period of use: World War II, postwar era
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Product category: plastic assembly model
• Precisely detailed gun components, full details of the barrel, breech, and aiming mechanisms
• The set also includes photo-etched details, allowing for accurate rendering of technical details
• Option to build the gun in combat or transport position
• Assembly instructions in a clear graphic format

Trumpeter 02342 is recommended for intermediate and advanced modellers—the complexity of the kit (difficulty level: 3/5) requires some experience working with small and photo-etched parts, but guarantees satisfaction and authenticity in the final result. This model is perfect as a striking addition to World War II dioramas or as a standalone miniature for enthusiasts of military and technical history.

If you are looking for a model to enrich your artillery vehicle collection or planning to build a realistic historical diorama, the Trumpeter 02342 Soviet 52-K 85mm Air Defense Gun M1943 will be an excellent choice.