Trumpeter 07109 Russian SAM-6 antiaircraft missile 1/72 is a high-quality plastic model kit representing one of the most important Soviet surface-to-air missile systems of the Cold War era. This model is faithfully reproduced in 1/72 scale, allowing for details that match the original while maintaining convenience for assembly and display.

The original 2K12 "Kub" (NATO designation: SA-6 "Gainful") was a mobile missile system developed in the Soviet Union in the late 1950s and introduced into service in the 1960s. This weapon formed one of the pillars of the air defense of Warsaw Pact countries as well as many allies around the world. The system gained considerable renown during the Yom Kippur War (1973), when Syrian and Egyptian forces gained an advantage by shooting down numerous Israeli aircraft thanks to the modernity and firepower of the SAM-6 systems.

• Model scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Soviet Union and numerous allied nations (including Syria, Egypt, Poland, Iraq)
• Period of use: Cold War (from the 1960s to the present in some countries)
• Material: High-quality polystyrene plastic
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Kit contents: Unassembled model, decals, assembly instructions
• Optional: The model can be enhanced – compatible with photo-etched and resin accessory sets available on the market

The Trumpeter 07109 model is characterized by excellent mold quality and meticulously recreated components of the carrier vehicle and missile launcher. The radar unit and missiles are rendered with great attention to detail, allowing for the creation of a realistic miniature. This product is recommended for both intermediate and experienced modelers interested in 20th-century military technology, especially armed forces of Eastern Bloc countries.

Assembly difficulty level: 3/5. The model requires basic modeling skills and patience when working with small components.

Trumpeter 07109 Russian SAM-6 antiaircraft missile 1/72 is a highly recommended product for any Cold War military collection and for dioramas depicting conflicts of that era.