Hobby Boss 85511 Russian KrAZ-260B Tractor with 5P85TE TEL S-300PMU 1/35

Plastic model kit in 1/35 scale depicting the legendary Russian KrAZ-260B tractor along with the mobile 5P85TE TEL missile launcher of the S-300PMU system. The Hobby Boss 85511 set is designed for advanced modelers and military collectors interested in modern Russian military technology.

Vehicle historical background

The KrAZ-260B is a military truck developed in the Soviet Union, operated since the 1980s mainly by the Soviet Army, and later by the Russian Army and the armed forces of former Eastern Bloc countries. The vehicle served as the basis for many mobile rocket systems. In this set, assembly is provided for the 5P85TE TEL launcher, which is part of the advanced S-300PMU ("SA-10 Grumble") air defense system. These systems have been/were widely used since the 1980s by the armed forces of Russia and other countries, being a cornerstone of air defense during the Cold War as well as the modern period, also used in local conflicts and numerous military exercises.

Features of the Hobby Boss 85511 set:

• Scale: 1/35 – ideal for building realistic dioramas with other military vehicles of the era.
• Country of use: Russia / former USSR
• Historical period: Cold War, modern times
• Number of parts: over 890, ensuring a high level of model detail.
• 26 plastic sprues and realistic rubber tires.
• 2 photo-etched parts enable detailed finishing of construction elements.
• The model does not include metal or resin parts; the entire kit is made of high-quality plastic.
• Assembly instructions in graphic form – enables clear reproduction of the vehicle.
• Model length after assembly: 403.2 mm, width: 94.7 mm.

Why choose this kit?

This scale model is an excellent choice for experienced military enthusiasts, diorama builders, and collectors of post-war Russian equipment. It serves as a great base for making a diorama depicting a modern battlefield. The model features a very high level of detail and solid construction.

Category and difficulty level

• Category: Plastic model kit
• Difficulty level: 5/5 (recommended for advanced modelers due to the complexity of the model and number of parts)

We recommend this product to all fans of Russian military technology, builders of large dioramas, and collectors planning to expand their collection with the largest and most advanced military vehicles of modern armies.