TKM2016 - Takom - 1/35 Russian KRAZ-260 truck (Discontinued)

TKM2016 - Takom - 1/35 Russian KRAZ-260 truck (Discontinued) 

The Takom 2016 1/35 KrAZ-260 Heavy Truck (Discontinued) is a detailed plastic model kit of the Soviet-era KrAZ-260 6×6 military cargo truck, developed by the Kremenchug Automobile Plant (KrAZ) as a successor to the earlier KrAZ-255 series. Introduced in the late 1970s and entering service in the 1980s, the KrAZ-260 was designed for heavy-duty logistics tasks, including troop transport, artillery towing, and hauling equipment in difficult terrain under Cold War conditions.

Powered by a YAMZ-238L V8 diesel engine, the real vehicle was known for its ruggedness and high payload capacity, making it a key logistics platform for Soviet and Warsaw Pact forces. Its long hood, large off-road tires, and simple utilitarian design made it a distinctive presence in military convoys, often seen towing artillery or operating in remote field conditions.

Takom’s kit captures the truck’s robust structure with a high level of detail typical of their vehicle line from this era. It includes a fully detailed chassis, engine compartment, steerable front wheels, optional open/closed cab components, and fine surface detail across the cargo body. The kit also typically includes photo-etched parts and clear components, enhancing realism for display builds and diorama use. As a discontinued kit, it has become more difficult to find and is often sought after by Cold War vehicle collectors.

Box Contents:

• Injection-moulded plastic sprues
• 1/35 scale KrAZ-260 6×6 heavy military truck
• Highly detailed chassis and drivetrain system
• Fully detailed cab interior
• Optional open/closed cab and engine access features
• Functional steering front axle design
• Cargo bed with fine structural detailing
• Photo-etched detail parts (where included)
• Clear parts for windows and lights
• Waterslide decals for Soviet/Warsaw Pact markings
• Illustrated assembly instructions