Trumpeter 09580 Object 450 Medium Tank 1/35 – Plastic Model Kit

Trumpeter 09580 Object 450 Medium Tank 1/35 is a unique kit for modelers passionate about Soviet armored weaponry and the history of military technology during the Cold War era. The model represents the futuristic, never-completed experimental medium tank Object 450, designed by the famous engineer Alexander Morozov—the creator of the legendary T-64. The project, originating in the early 1970s (Cold War), was an attempt to outpace Western technological developments—especially the German Leopard and American XM-801—by introducing innovative crew placement, a new gun mounting system, advanced ammunition storage, and an improved fire control system.

The 1/35 scale model accurately reproduces the appearance of this experimental vehicle, which epitomized the Soviet approach to innovation in the early 1970s. This tank, also designated as NST-74 or T-74, remained a concept developed by the Kharkov design bureau but had a significant impact on the subsequent development of Soviet combat vehicles.

• User country: Soviet Union (prototype, conceptual design)
• Historical period: 1970–1974, Cold War
• Material: high-quality plastic; the kit also includes photo-etched parts, a copper cable, and detailed plastic tracks
• Kit contents: over 200 parts, 7 sprues, lower and upper hull tub, metal parts (cable), 1 sheet of photo-etched parts
• Model dimensions: length approx. 262.5 mm, width 79.9 mm
• Category: plastic model kit (armored vehicles)
• Manufacturer: Trumpeter

Thanks to its reproduction of even the finest details—such as the tracks, armor layout, and advanced turret features—the Trumpeter Object 450 model is an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking challenging and rarely seen subjects. The kit presents an outstanding balance between part count and ease of assembly (recommended difficulty level 4/5), ensuring both satisfaction during the build and an impressive final result. This model is recommended for enthusiasts of Soviet military technology, collectors of unique prototypes, and those building Cold War era dioramas.