Tiger Model 6294 Project 1204M Shmel Border Patrol Ships and Gun Boats 1/35

Tiger Model 6294 Project 1204M Shmel is an exceptionally detailed plastic model kit depicting the legendary Russian patrol boat of Project 1204M "Shmel" in an impressive 1/35 scale. This kit allows you to build a realistic replica of one of the key patrol vessels of the USSR fleet, making it ideal for elaborate military dioramas and warship collections.

• The model replicates the patrol boat used by the Soviet Navy (Russia) since the late 1960s, primarily during the Cold War era. These units were employed for patrolling maritime borders, protecting water transport, and supporting combat operations in coastal waters.
• Project 1204M ships operated in areas such as the Caspian Sea, the Baltic Sea, and the Volga River, taking part in the protection of strategic infrastructure and borders of the USSR from the late 1960s until the fall of the Soviet Union (1967–1991).
• The set includes precisely manufactured plastic parts that require assembly and painting. The kit also contains photo-etched details, giving the model outstanding depth and authenticity – including a realistically reproduced artillery system, deck equipment, railings, and superstructure details.
• Category: Plastic model kit.
• Manufacturer: Tiger Model

The Tiger Model 6294 Project 1204M Shmel kit is characterized by a high level of technical detail accuracy, such as artillery weaponry, radar systems, and superstructure components. Additionally, the richly equipped set allows for building various armament options and unit configurations, providing wide possibilities for customization according to your own preferences or historical reconstruction plans.

Due to its complex construction and numerous small parts, the difficulty level of assembling the model is rated at 4/5. The kit is recommended for advanced modelers as well as military history enthusiasts who value the faithful reproduction of details of Russian patrol boats from the Cold War era. Exceptional detailing and the possibility to create diorama scenarios make this model a unique addition to any military collection.