Takom 2128 CADS-N-1 Kashtan CIWS Russian Navy 1/35 – plastic model kit

The Takom 2128 CADS-N-1 Kashtan CIWS Russian Navy 1/35 set is an exceptional plastic model kit representing one of the most advanced Russian close-in weapon systems (CIWS) used on modern warships of the Russian Federation. This model perfectly replicates the CADS-N-1 Kashtan (known in NATO terminology as Kashtan or Kortik), which integrates automatic cannons and missile launchers in a modular defensive turret.

• Scale: 1/35 – guarantees a high level of detail and accurately reproduces the proportions of the real system.
• Country of use: Russia – commonly installed on Russian Navy ships, including Admiral Kuznetsov, Pyotr Velikiy, and Sovremenny-class vessels.
• Period of use: Modern times – the system entered service in 1989 and continues in use today, serving as the last line of defense against anti-ship missiles and short-range aerial threats.
• Historical description: The Kashtan combines two 30mm cannons and eight 9M311 missile launchers, ensuring effectiveness against a wide spectrum of close-range threats. The system has participated in numerous combat exercises with the Northern and Black Sea Fleets, repeatedly proving its combat value.
• Material: High-quality plastic known for the excellent fit of parts characteristic of Takom models; detailed elements are recreated with exceptional precision thanks to modern injection molding technology.
• Set contents: Complete plastic sprues with parts, clear elements for viewports and optics, decals, and a detailed assembly manual. Paints and glue not included – to be purchased separately.
• Category: plastic model kit – ideal for modern military collectors and warship enthusiasts.
• Dedication: Recommended for experienced modelers and ambitious military technology enthusiasts who wish to enrich their collection with a modern Russian CIWS – the model’s complex construction offers the satisfaction of achieving realism with this kit.
• Difficulty level: 4/5 (advanced level, especially recommended for modelers experienced in assembling detailed and large-scale military models).

Takom 2128 CADS-N-1 Kashtan CIWS is a precise choice for any fan of contemporary naval weaponry. The model allows you to recreate the most famous Russian defense system with meticulously reproduced construction details and authentic painting options. This kit provides an excellent basis both for independent diorama projects and for the professional presentation of military models.