Trumpeter 09563 Russian KV-9 Heavy Tank 1/35 – Plastic Model Kit

Trumpeter 09563 Russian KV-9 Heavy Tank in 1/35 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit that allows you to assemble the Soviet experimental heavy tank KV-9 from World War II. The set is designed for both experienced modelers and military technology history enthusiasts. Thanks to its high level of detail and precision craftsmanship, this model presents an attractive modeling challenge and at the same time allows you to delve into the history of one of the more interesting projects of Soviet engineering.

Historical and Technical Information

The KV-9 tank was developed as an experimental version of the KV (Kliment Voroshilov) heavy tank family in the Soviet Union, equipped with a powerful 122 mm U-11 gun. The KV-9 project was developed in 1942 during the intense battles of World War II. The tank was meant to counter the increasing armor resistance of German armored vehicles. Although only a few prototypes were produced and never entered mass service, the KV-9 was tested in frontline conditions. However, its design turned out to be too heavy, and although the gun was powerful, it was not accurate or practical enough for widespread use on the battlefield.

Characteristics of the Trumpeter 09563 KV-9 1/35 Model

• 1/35 scale model, ideal for dioramas and themed collections from World War II
• Origin: USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics)
• Historical period: World War II, year 1942
• Set made from high-quality plastic for easy fitting of parts and precise detail
• Rich surface detail, realistic armor texture, and faithfully recreated turret and armament features
• Photo-etched parts, realistic track details, and clear assembly instructions
• Model does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately

Target Group and Difficulty Level

This plastic model kit is recommended primarily for intermediate and advanced modelers interested in Soviet military technology and armored vehicles of World War II. Due to the number of parts and demanding photo-etched elements, we rate the model's difficulty at 3.5/5. It's an excellent choice for collectors, history enthusiasts, and fans of realistic dioramas.

We recommend the Trumpeter 09563 Russian KV-9 Heavy Tank model as a unique addition to any military collection, combining a realistic replica of the prototype with the excellent quality components characteristic of the Trumpeter brand.