Trumpeter 09558 Russian BMP-2M Berezhok Turret 1/35

Trumpeter 09558 Russian BMP-2M Berezhok Turret 1/35 is an advanced plastic model kit for assembly, representing the latest version of the Russian infantry fighting vehicle – BMP-2M with the Berezhok turret. The model is made in the popular 1/35 scale, allowing for faithful reproduction of even the smallest details of the original. This product falls into the category of plastic model kits of military vehicles.

Historical and Technical Information

The BMP-2M is a modernized version of the BMP-2 infantry fighting vehicle, introduced during the Cold War era and widely used by the Russian Federation as well as armies of post-Soviet states. The Berezhok upgrade includes the installation of an advanced weapon system – the classic 30mm cannon and coaxial machine gun have been retained, but firepower has been significantly increased with the addition of modern Kornet anti-tank guided missiles and an automatic grenade launcher. The set is completed with a panoramic commander’s sight, enhancing situational awareness and target acquisition capability, which is highly effective in modern battlefield conditions.

The first modernized BMP-2M vehicles with the Berezhok configuration entered service in Russia around 2020. The vehicle is most closely associated with the operations of the Russian army in contemporary armed conflicts and military exercises.

Kit Features

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: Russia
• Era of use: modern times
• Material: plastic (injection-molded)
• The kit includes: 580+ parts, 17 sprues, lower and upper hull tubs, rubber tracks, 1 photo-etched part, no resin or metal parts
• Dimensions when assembled: length 191.5 mm, width 90 mm
• The instructions clearly present each construction stage step by step
• Glue and paints are not included – must be purchased separately
• 2022 edition, the latest market version

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

The Trumpeter 09558 Russian BMP-2M Berezhok Turret 1/35 model is especially recommended for advanced modelers and military technology enthusiasts wishing to accurately recreate contemporary Russian Federation combat vehicles. The complex shape of the Berezhok turret, abundance of details, and high number of parts make this a challenging set – we rate the difficulty at 4/5. The addition of photo-etched parts further enhances the realism of the final effect. It is an excellent choice for collectors of modern armored vehicles and enthusiasts of dioramas and reconstructions of 21st-century battle scenes.