Amodel NA72006 - 1:72 RDS-6c / RDS-27

Amodel NA72006 – 1:72 RDS-6c / RDS-27

This 1:72 scale plastic kit by Amodel features the Soviet RDS-6c and RDS-27 thermonuclear bombs – the USSR’s first hydrogen bomb designs developed during the Cold War. The set includes both bomb variants for building an educational or historically themed display.

• Injection-moulded parts with accurate surface detail
• Includes two options: RDS-6c (first Soviet H-bomb, tested in 1953) and RDS-27 (advanced version tested in 1955)
• Perfect for Cold War dioramas or educational purposes
• Straightforward assembly – suitable for beginner to intermediate modellers

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 18 cm (larger bomb)
• Manufacturer: Amodel
• Difficulty level: beginner / intermediate

Note: This kit does not include glue, paints or tools. Model assembly required.

Tools and materials needed:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Plastic cement
• Paints as per instruction

About the RDS-6c and RDS-27 weapons:

The RDS-6c was the first Soviet hydrogen bomb, detonated on August 12, 1953, with a yield of around 400 kilotons. It used a "layer cake" design combining fission and fusion materials. The RDS-27 followed in 1955 as an improved, aircraft-compatible weapon with a higher yield and better operational characteristics. These weapons were milestones in the Soviet nuclear program and symbolized strategic power during the Cold War.

Real bomb data:

• Type: thermonuclear bomb
• Yield: RDS-6c – approx. 400 kt; RDS-27 – up to 2 Mt
• Length: approx. 3–4 m
• Weight: approx. 1.5–2.5 tons
• Delivery: strategic bombers (e.g., Tu-4, Tu-16)

About Amodel:

Amodel is a Ukrainian model kit manufacturer known for covering unusual and historically significant subjects. Their kits often include Cold War-era experimental aircraft, missiles, and specialized vehicles that appeal to modellers interested in unique technical history.