Zvezda 6220 Soviet machine-gun with crew (winter uniform) 1/72 – Plastic model kit

The plastic model kit Zvezda 6220 Soviet machine-gun with crew (winter uniform) 1/72 is a perfectly detailed set depicting a Soviet machine-gun team in winter uniforms, set in 1:72 scale. Produced by the renowned Zvezda company, this model allows collectors and modelers to create a realistic scene from World War II, faithfully capturing typical Eastern Front conditions.

• Scale: 1:72
• Country of use: Soviet Union (USSR)
• Historical period: World War II (years 1941–1945)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: plastic model kit, support weapon figure set

The set depicts the Soviet heavy machine gun Maxim, widely used by the Red Army during World War II. The Maxim is a legendary weapon, especially known from the defense of Leningrad, the battles of Stalingrad, and the Battle of Kursk. The Zvezda model precisely reproduces the details of winter uniforms, typical for Red Army soldiers serving on the Eastern Front in harsh climatic conditions. Realistically sculpted machine-gun crew figures allow for the creation of dynamic dioramas and historical displays.

The set contains parts to assemble the Maxim machine gun along with a full three-man crew in characteristic ushanka hats and padded winter coats. The model does not include extras such as photo-etched parts or a metal barrel – it is a classic plastic assembly kit, valued for its clean molding and detail by modelers specializing in historical dioramas.

We especially recommend Zvezda 6220 Soviet machine-gun with crew to intermediate and advanced modelers who appreciate accurate historical recreation of battle scenes, as well as to collectors of miniatures for 1:72 scale wargaming. The recommended assembly difficulty level is 2/5, which makes this product also suitable for those starting diorama building or wanting to develop figure painting techniques. The model offers rich arrangement possibilities and is a perfect addition to a collection of Red Army equipment from World War II.