Hobby Boss 82935 Russian 9K79 Tochka SS-21 Scarab IRBM 1/72 – Plastic model kit

The Hobby Boss 82935 Russian 9K79 Tochka SS-21 Scarab IRBM in 1/72 scale is a precisely crafted miniature of the Russian short-range ballistic missile launcher, known under the NATO code as the SS-21 Scarab. This model kit is an excellent choice for military enthusiasts interested in the Cold War era and conflicts after 1976. The model is inspired by the original launcher used by the Soviet Union, Russia, and armies from former Eastern Bloc countries.

The 9K79 Tochka is a missile system developed in the 1970s, actively used during the conflict in Afghanistan, operations in Chechnya, the Syrian civil war, as well as current military actions in Eastern Europe. Its primary purpose was rapid, mobile strikes on strategic targets such as command posts, logistics facilities, and troop concentrations. From the outset, the Tochka launcher was distinguished by its modern construction and ability to relocate quickly.

• Scale: 1/72
• User countries: USSR, Russia, former Eastern Bloc countries
• Service period: since the 1970s – present day (Cold War and post-Cold War era)
• Material: high-quality plastic with precisely replicated new components
• Add-ons: rubber tires
• Parts in the kit: over 60 parts; 3 sprues, upper and lower hull, wheels
• Category: plastic model kit – military vehicles
• Dimensions of finished model: length: 183.6 mm, width: 43.4 mm
• Release date: August 2023

We especially recommend the Hobby Boss 82935 model to intermediate and experienced modelers who appreciate precise details and modern Russian and Soviet military themes. Building the Tochka launcher in 1/72 scale is an opportunity to develop modeling skills: the kit offers interesting construction solutions and highly realistic vehicle components, including mobile rubber tires that enhance its display value.

Build difficulty: 3/5 – the kit requires assembly precision, but it is not excessively complicated. It will satisfy both collectors of Soviet vehicles and enthusiasts of modern missile systems. The quality offered by Hobby Boss ensures modeling satisfaction and a high degree of detail. It’s an excellent choice for dioramas and themed collections.