Trumpeter 09523 Soviet 2K11A TEL w/9M8M Missile Krug-a SA-4 Ganef 1/35 – Plastic model kit

Trumpeter 09523 Soviet 2K11A TEL w/9M8M Missile Krug-a SA-4 Ganef in 1/35 scale is an extremely detailed plastic model kit depicting the Soviet self-propelled missile system 2K11A "Krug" (NATO reporting name: SA-4 Ganef). This is a TEL vehicle (Transporter Erector Launcher) with a 9M8M missile. The set is aimed at military vehicle modeling enthusiasts, especially Cold War weapons aficionados.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of origin: Soviet Union (USSR) / Russia
• Years of service: Cold War period (1967–1990 and later upgrades in Russia and former Eastern Bloc countries)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Number of parts: over 800 parts
• Extras included: photo-etched parts (1 sheet), 22 sprues, upper hull, lower hull, tracks
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene); photo-etched metal elements

Historical Description:
The 2K11 "Krug" was one of the most important Soviet medium-range air defense systems, used by the USSR army and other Warsaw Pact countries. The system was introduced in 1967 and was actively used during the Cold War to protect large military formations and key installations from NATO air attacks. It also saw action in local conflicts, such as the Middle Eastern wars, where it was supplied to allied states.

The model features impressive detail – both the 9M8M missile and the TEL chassis are faithfully reproduced according to original documentation. The kit includes many precision components and photo-etched details, allowing for realistic recreation of mesh guards and auxiliary equipment, while the tracks are segmented. Once assembled, the model measures 246.6 mm in length and 135.2 mm in width, making it a stunning exhibit in any collection of armored vehicles and military technology.

Who is it for?
This product is dedicated to advanced modelers interested in 20th-century military vehicles, especially Cold War missile weaponry. Due to the complex structure of the model and the large number of components (difficulty level: 4/5), patience and experience with intricate kits is recommended, making this set an attractive challenge not only for collectors but also for diorama enthusiasts or fans of historical reconstructions.

We recommend this model for its extremely detailed representation, high quality, and historical value for Soviet equipment collectors.