AFV Club 35283 US MIM-23 HAWK 1/35 – Plastic model of the anti-aircraft missile system

The AFV Club 35283 model represents one of the most renowned American air defense systems of the 20th century – the MIM-23 HAWK. The set is produced in the popular 1/35 scale, which allows for an extremely detailed presentation of both military vehicles and complementary historical dioramas. This model is intended for self-assembly and belongs to the category of plastic scale model kits.

Specification of the AFV Club 35283 US MIM-23 HAWK 1/35 plastic model

• Scale: 1/35
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Country of use: United States (USA), as well as numerous NATO and allied countries
• Add-ons: the set includes precise plastic components, decals, clear parts to simulate canopies, and optional launcher position elements
• Product category: plastic scale model kit
• Difficulty level: 4/5 (modeling experience recommended)

Historical and Technical Information about the MIM-23 HAWK

The HAWK system (Homing All the Way Killer) was developed in the 1950s by Raytheon and remains one of the longest-serving medium-range air defense systems. During the Cold War and subsequent conflicts, the MIM-23 HAWK protected important military bases, infrastructure, and strategic areas both in the USA and allied countries – including during the Yom Kippur War and in NATO operations. The MIM-23 entered service in the late 1950s and the system was upgraded and used for several decades, up to the 1990s. Its users included the US, German, French, Israeli, and Japanese armed forces, among others.

Model Features and Recommendation

The AFV Club 35283 model is characterized by exceptional attention to detail – featuring faithfully reproduced launchers, the three-section missile, and hydraulic system details. The set includes accurately reproduced components for creating a clean, realistic replica of the HAWK system, allowing you to build the model in both combat and transport configurations. This product is perfect for advanced military modelers and Cold War diorama collectors. Due to its complexity, the model is recommended for those with experience in assembling military models.