Kirov 1:200 Orel (272)

Kirov Border Guard Cruiser – 1:200 Card Model Kit | Orel Publishing No. 272

Scale - 1:200

Model Sheets - A4

Assembly Instruction Language - English, Polish, Russian, German

Product Description

The Kirov Border Guard Cruiser 1:200 card model kit from Orel Publishing (No. 272) recreates a classic Cold War Soviet patrol ship with outstanding historical and visual accuracy. Launched in 1960, the real cruiser Kirov protected the maritime borders of the USSR along Kamchatka, Chukotka, the Kuril Islands, the Bering Sea and the Sea of Okhotsk.

This highly detailed paper model kit includes 20 A4 pages of precisely printed parts and English-language instructions, making it accessible to international modelers. Designed at 1:200 scale, the model offers impressive size, fine deck detailing, accurate superstructure, and authentic Soviet naval appearance.

With a medium difficulty level, this kit is ideal for hobbyists who enjoy naval card modeling, Cold War ships, and Soviet Navy vessels. Once completed, Kirov becomes a striking display piece for any maritime or military model collection.

Key Features

• Authentic 1:200 scale model of the Soviet border guard cruiser Kirov

• Published by Orel – model number 272

• 20 A4 pages of high-quality printed parts

• English instructions included

• Represents a USSR patrol ship from 1960

• Covers historical service in the Pacific Ocean, Bering Sea & Sea of Okhotsk

• Medium difficulty level – perfect for intermediate card modelers

• Ideal for naval, Cold War and Soviet fleet collectors

Summary

The Kirov 1:200 Border Guard Cruiser card model kit from Orel Publishing is a highly detailed and historically accurate representation of a Soviet naval patrol ship from the Cold War era. With 20 pages of parts, English instructions, and excellent print quality, this model offers a rewarding build and an impressive final display for any naval modeling enthusiast.