• 1/350 scale Russian Navy Alfa Class SSN plastic model kit by HobbyBoss (Kit No. 83528)
• Represents the Soviet Project 705 Lira, known to NATO as the Alfa class nuclear-powered attack submarine
• Developed as an exceptionally fast and highly automated nuclear attack submarine (SSN) during the Cold War
• Captures the Alfa class’s distinctive compact, streamlined hull and hydrodynamic profile
• Features the characteristic sail, bow section, stern arrangement and control surfaces
• Recreates the submarine’s unusual proportions and sleek underwater form in 1/350 scale
• The Alfa class was notable for its extensive use of titanium alloy hull construction
• Designed with a high degree of automation, allowing operation with a relatively small crew
• Powered by a compact liquid-metal-cooled nuclear reactor, an unusual feature among operational submarines
• Renowned for its very high submerged speed and performance during the Cold War era
• Designed primarily for high-speed interception and attack-submarine operations
• Represents one of the most technologically ambitious submarine programmes developed by the Soviet Union
• 1/350 scale provides a convenient display size and pairs naturally with other submarines and warships in the same scale
• Streamlined hull makes an interesting contrast with larger Soviet and Russian ballistic missile submarines
• Excellent subject for subtle hull shading, washes and restrained marine weathering effects
• Ideal for collectors of Soviet Navy, Cold War, nuclear submarine and underwater warfare subjects
• Great companion to other HobbyBoss 1/350 Soviet and Russian submarine kits
• Excellent choice for submarine enthusiasts interested in unusual and technologically significant Cold War naval vessels
• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled
• Glue and paint not included
• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+
