RESKIT RS72-0140 RBK-500 SHOAB-0.5 CLUSTER BOMBS (2 PCS) 1/72

RESKIT RS72-0140 RBK-500 SHOAB-0.5 CLUSTER BOMBS (2 PCS) 1/72 is a high-quality accessory set designed for the most demanding aircraft modelers. This product by RES/KIT, a renowned premium-class model accessories manufacturer, allows you to accurately replicate the Soviet RBK-500 cluster bomb equipped with SHOAB-0.5 submunitions. The set is intended for self-assembly and painting, making it an ideal upgrade for 1/72 scale aircraft models.

Contents and Product Specifications

• The set contains 2 RBK-500 SHOAB-0.5 cluster bombs in 1/72 scale.
• The model is made of high-quality polyurethane resin, guaranteeing exceptional detail precision and a smooth surface that facilitates painting and further processing.
• The product does not include photo-etched or metal parts, but thanks to modern casting technology, the reproduction is faithful even in 1/72 scale.
• Intended for use as armament for Soviet and Russian combat aircraft models – including Su-24, Su-25, Su-27, MiG-23, and MiG-29.

Historical Overview and Application

The RBK-500 SHOAB-0.5 is a Soviet cluster bomb designed to engage point targets and lightly armored enemy forces. This bomb was mainly used by Soviet Air Forces, and later by Russia, from the late 1970s until the present day. It was used in armed conflicts such as the war in Afghanistan, Chechen wars, and during the Russian Air Force intervention in Syria. Characteristic for Soviet technology, it allowed destruction of a wide area thanks to the submunitions (SHOAB-0.5 bombs).

Category and Intended Use

• Category: upgrade set – resin accessories for 1/72 scale models.
• Product intended for advanced modelers and collectors looking to improve the realism of their miniatures, particularly for dioramas and aircraft models from the Cold War and modern eras.
• Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – basic experience working with resin is recommended, e.g., cutting, sanding, and assembly using appropriate glues.

Our Opinion

We recommend the RESKIT RS72-0140 set to all aviation modeling enthusiasts who care about authentically replicating the armament of Russian and Soviet aircraft models. Excellent detail quality, ease of assembly, and wide range of uses make it an excellent choice both for dioramas and for realistic displays of aircraft miniatures.