A-Model 72177 X-20M (NATO code AS-3 Kangaroo) Soviet Missile 1/72

The A-Model 72177 X-20M (NATO code AS-3 Kangaroo) Soviet Missile in 1/72 scale is an extremely detailed replica of the Soviet strategic cruise missile from the Cold War era, designated in NATO code as AS-3 Kangaroo. This plastic model kit is intended for military aviation enthusiasts as well as modelers passionate about Soviet military weaponry from the second half of the 20th century.

The X-20M “Burya” was the first Soviet bomber missile, developed mainly to carry a nuclear warhead over long distances. It was an autonomous air-to-surface missile designed to be carried by heavy bombers, primarily the Tu-95 and M-4. It was developed in the early 1950s by the OKB-23 design bureau of Vladimir M. Myasishchev as the USSR's response to the growing threat of potential NATO military action.

• Scale: 1/72 – perfect for dioramas and collections depicting Soviet weaponry.
• Country of origin: USSR – exclusively operated by the Soviet Air Force.
• Period of use: Cold War (1960–1980s) – first flight in 1958, officially introduced into service from the early 1960s.
• Deployment: served as part of the Soviet nuclear deterrent forces, carried by strategic bombers, never used in combat.
• Material: high-quality plastic – the model provides precise details and ease of painting and processing.
• Kit contents: complete set of plastic parts, decals, clear assembly instructions. The set does not include glue or paints.
• Category: plastic scale model kit (military model, artillery/missiles)
• Difficulty level: 2/5 – a fairly easy kit to assemble, recommended for both intermediate and beginner modelers.

Recommendation:
We recommend the A-Model X-20M AS-3 Kangaroo kit to all military modeling enthusiasts and collectors of Cold War equipment. It will fit perfectly into collections of Soviet aircraft and weaponry, allowing you to recreate the silhouette of a missile that was an important part of the Soviet strategic arsenal. An excellent choice as a gift and as a starting point for developing a themed collection.