Zvezda 3635 ZSU-23-4M SHILKA 1/35 – plastic model of a Russian anti-aircraft gun

Zvezda 3635 ZSU-23-4M SHILKA in 1/35 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the legendary self-propelled anti-aircraft system from the Cold War era. This advanced kit is designed for demanding modelers passionate about military technology and the history of military vehicles from the Soviet Union and Warsaw Pact countries.

Model features:

• Faithful 1/35 scale, allowing for precise reproduction of construction details.
• The model is made of high-quality plastic, ensuring easy processing and excellent fitting of parts.
• The set does not include glue or paints.
• Detailed replica of the turret armed with four 23 mm cannons and a tracking radar.
• Realistically represented track elements – optionally assembled in segments for better visual effect.
• No resin parts or metal add-ons – the entire model is made of plastic.
• Category: plastic model kit of military vehicles.

Historical information:

The ZSU-23-4 Shilka was a self-propelled anti-aircraft system developed in the USSR. Production started in the early 1960s, and it entered active service in 1965. It was used extensively during the Cold War and later conflicts, such as the war in Afghanistan and operations in the Middle East. Equipped with four rapid-firing 23 mm cannons and an advanced radar, it effectively engaged aerial targets and protected ground force columns.

The ZSU-23-4 Shilka was operated by many Warsaw Pact countries and Third World nations, including Poland, Russia, Syria, Egypt, and India. It became an icon of anti-aircraft defense in conflicts from the 1960s to the present day.

Who is this model recommended for?

• Intermediate and advanced modelers of military tracked vehicles.
• Those interested in the military, Cold War history, and Warsaw Pact military technology.
• An excellent addition to a diorama or a collection of anti-aircraft vehicles.

Build difficulty: 4/5. The set contains many detailed parts requiring precision, making it an ideal choice for modelers with some experience in building 1/35 scale military models.

By choosing the Zvezda 3635 ZSU-23-4M SHILKA you get an excellent model and a chance to explore the history of one of the most famous Soviet anti-aircraft systems.