Russian 9K79 Tochka (SS-21 Scarab) IRBM

Plastic kit for a Russian 9K79 Tochka (SS-21 Scarab) IRBM

• 1:35 scale
• Dimensions LxW (built): 272.6 x 80.8 mm
• 590+ pieces
• Photo-etched, clear parts and copper wire included
• rubber tires
• not built, not painted
• Paint and glue not included

The Tochka short-range ballistic missile system (NATO Designation SS-21 Scarab) was developed to replace the Luna-M (FROG-7B) battlefield rockets. Its development began in 1968. Production commenced in 1973 however officially this missile system entered service with the Soviet Army only in 1976. It was exported to a number of Warsaw Pact countries and other Soviet allies.