Trumpeter 09550 Russian 5V28 of 5P72 Launcher SAM-5 "Gammon" 1/35

The Trumpeter 09550 Russian 5V28 of 5P72 Launcher SAM-5 "Gammon" in 1/35 scale is a highly detailed plastic model kit intended for advanced military modellers. This set faithfully replicates the 5P72 launcher of the S-200 "Angara" system (NATO designation: SA-5 Gammon)—a Soviet long-range air defence system designed to engage aerial targets, including strategic bombers and reconnaissance aircraft.

Scale and materials

• Scale: 1/35 – perfect for dioramas among other armoured vehicles and military equipment
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene parts), including one photo-etched fret for realistically rendering the launcher’s fine details
• Number of parts: over 370, ensuring an advanced level of detail
• Number of sprues: 10 sprues, with the missile and launch base cast separately

Historical background

• User countries: Soviet Union/Russia and Eastern Bloc countries
• Service period: Cold War era (1967-1990+), occasionally still in use with select militaries
• Example use: widely deployed at strategic sites across the Soviet Union, Warsaw Pact countries, and the Middle East—the S-200 Angara system defended key cities and military institutions against raids by American and NATO bombers

Contents and model features

• Highly accurate model of the 5P72 missile launcher with 5V28 missile
• Significant dimensions when assembled: length 326.2 mm, width 128.4 mm
• Photo-etched fret allowing for a realistic rendition of fine structural details
• Assembly instructions guide you clearly through each building stage

Product category

This is a plastic kit from the category of military vehicles, ideal for a Cold War militaria collection.

Recommendation and difficulty level

Especially recommended for experienced modellers and enthusiasts of missile systems and Cold War-era anti-aircraft weaponry. The kit features a high level of assembly difficulty (level 4/5) due to the large number of parts and numerous details, which require precision and skills in working with photo-etched parts. An excellent choice for expanding a military model collection and creating realistic dioramas.