Paratrooper Support Model - Trumpeter 01588 - 1/35 ASU-85 Airborne Self-Propelled Gun Model 1956  [TP01588]

Overview of the Trumpeter 01588 - 1/35 ASU-85 Airborne Self-Propelled Gun Model 1956

The Trumpeter 01588 - 1/35 ASU-85 Airborne Self-Propelled Gun Model 1956 reproduces the compact design of the Soviet airborne assault gun at a useful modelling scale. Its profiles and surface detail help convey the original vehicle's low-profile layout.

Background and Why This Model Matters

During the Cold War the ASU-85 provided airborne formations with an armoured, mobile gun platform for support tasks. The kit captures key design elements, giving modellers a chance to represent that capability in miniature form.

Build Characteristics and Presentation

The assembly offers a satisfying challenge with detailed parts that require careful alignment. Finished and painted, the model suits both standalone display and inclusion in period dioramas where scale accuracy matters.