Julien Posted August 16, 2017 Share Posted August 16, 2017 Kamaz Typhoon K1:35 Takom The Typhoon-K is part of a family of modular armoured mine resistant vehicles (MRAP) developed for the Russian Armed Forces by Kamaz. There will be a complete family of 4x4, 6x6 and 8x8 vehicles developed. The interior features individual seats with weapons holders and head restraints. The seats are attached to the roof of the vehicle to reduce the effects on the personnel of mines. The vehicle itself is designed with reference to a NATO classification STANAG 4569 to withstand a mine containing 8Kg of TNT. The vehicle is also bullet proof using ceramic/steel armour for rounds upto 14.5mm, this also extends to the glazing. Auto inflation bullet proof tyres are also fitted. The crew can return fire from inside the vehicle using loopholes, and provision is made for a remotely operated gun platform. Entry is normally through the rear ramp though there roof hatches fitted. To date 260 have been built with the first vehicles appearing at the Moscow Victory Day parade in 2014.The Kit This is a welcome new tool from Takom who seem to be on a mission to bring us less mainstream vehicles. The kit arrives in a larger than usual box, when opened the large one part moulding of the upper body of the vehicle really stands out. There are a further four large sprues, a small clear sprue and a small photo etched fret. It should be noted that Takom have provided a full interior for this kit unlike some of thir smaller armoured cars. Construction starts with the chassis which seem fairly complicated, very much I suppose as the real vehicle is. The two sides are separate (left & right) with one large component for each side to which a large amount of chassis and attachement points for the suspension are added. The larger parts which sit between the main wheels are added last. When each side is complete the two sides of the chassis are joined together with three large central components. The suspension units for the three axles are then built up. These feature moveable steering, however the stubs for the moving parts have to be heated and flatened in a somewhat dated method of construction. Once these are on the "V" parts of the lower chassis can be added along with other additional armour parts. The chassis can now be flipped over to work on the inside. The main floor is laid in, and once down the seating along the sides of the main compartment can be made up and added. The front bulkhead of the main compartment can then be added. Up in the front compartment the driver and two passenger seats are made up and added, along with the dashboard and steering wheel. The front compartment can then be added to the chassis. Moving on to the one part top moulding additional internal parts are added along with the front bulkhead to the driving compartment, The seven top hatches are made up and installed along aerial housing and the main filter housings with their PE grills. The drivers compartment doors are constructed and added to the upper body along with the windows. The rear view mirrors are also added to the doors. External steps and a front sun visor are also added. To finish off a variety of external grab handles/lifting eyes etc are added to the main upper hull. the main rear bulkhead is added and the upper hull is then fitted to the lower chassis. The rear ramp is constructed and added in either the open or closed position. The last item is to build up the wheels & tyres and add them to the model. Markings Markings in the kit are sparse as the real vehicles dont seem to carry much. There is a simple set of red stars, and a set of bordered stars featured on the parade vehicles.Conclusion It is great to see Takom kitting these subjects. We have had many western MRAP vehicles mainly as they have been used extensively in recent conflicts. Highly recommended. Review sample courtesy ofUK Distributors for 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim T Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 That is strangely attractive. I'm very tempted... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snapper_city Posted August 17, 2017 Share Posted August 17, 2017 It looks a beast. I want one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armored76 Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Kind of want one, too No registration plates included? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julien Posted August 22, 2017 Author Share Posted August 22, 2017 6 hours ago, armored76 said: No registration plates included? No, just the stars Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panzer Vor!!! Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 On 17/08/2017 at 15:43, snapper_city said: It looks a beast. I want one. Its too much for you to handle , leave this to the Armour boys stay safe with your wingy things Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snapper_city Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Just now, Panzer Vor!!! said: Its too much for you to handle , leave this to the Armour boys stay safe with your wingy things You know it's perfectly acceptable to be a bi-genre modeller these days. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Panzer Vor!!! Posted August 22, 2017 Share Posted August 22, 2017 Really Are going to come out at the club tonite?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julien Posted August 22, 2017 Author Share Posted August 22, 2017 Just remember what happens at model club....stays at model club. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GazB Posted September 5, 2017 Share Posted September 5, 2017 Been hoping one of these would show up. Now if I can just accumulate the necessary cash to burn for it...:P Gaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
armored76 Posted September 29, 2017 Share Posted September 29, 2017 On a side note... What figures could go with it? I guess Spetsnaz figures are not really matching, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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