{"product_id":"64940-trumpeter-09580-object-450-medium-tank-135","title":"Trumpeter 09580 Object 450 Medium Tank 1\/35","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTrumpeter 09580 Object 450 Medium Tank 1\/35 – Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Trumpeter 09580 Object 450 Medium Tank 1\/35 is a unique kit for modelers passionate about Soviet armored weaponry and the history of military technology during the Cold War era. The model represents the futuristic, never-completed experimental medium tank Object 450, designed by the famous engineer Alexander Morozov—the creator of the legendary T-64. The project, originating in the early 1970s (Cold War), was an attempt to outpace Western technological developments—especially the German Leopard and American XM-801—by introducing innovative crew placement, a new gun mounting system, advanced ammunition storage, and an improved fire control system.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003e1\/35 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e model accurately reproduces the appearance of this experimental vehicle, which epitomized the Soviet approach to innovation in the early 1970s. This tank, also designated as NST-74 or T-74, remained a concept developed by the Kharkov design bureau but had a significant impact on the subsequent development of Soviet combat vehicles.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soviet Union (prototype, conceptual design)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1970–1974, Cold War\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality plastic; the kit also includes photo-etched parts, a copper cable, and detailed plastic tracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e over 200 parts, 7 sprues, lower and upper hull tub, metal parts (cable), 1 sheet of photo-etched parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e length approx. 262.5 mm, width 79.9 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic model kit (armored vehicles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Trumpeter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Thanks to its reproduction of even the finest details—such as the tracks, armor layout, and advanced turret features—the \u003cstrong\u003eTrumpeter Object 450\u003c\/strong\u003e model is an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking challenging and rarely seen subjects. The kit presents an outstanding balance between part count and ease of assembly (recommended difficulty level 4\/5), ensuring both satisfaction during the build and an impressive final result. This model is recommended for enthusiasts of Soviet military technology, collectors of unique prototypes, and those building Cold War era dioramas.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trumpeter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723755639118,"sku":"TRUM09580","price":48.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/1f23dfec8aa5a05e13bfb994ca104bdf.jpg?v=1755565459","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/64940-trumpeter-09580-object-450-medium-tank-135","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}