Zvezda 5085 - 1:72 Soviet 203 mm Howitzer M1931 B4 Stalin's Sledgehammer

Plastic model kit of the 203 mm Howitzer M1931 B-4 “Stalin's Sledgehammer”

Zvezda 5085 kit represents the Soviet 203 mm heavy howitzer M1931 B-4, nicknamed “Stalin’s Sledgehammer”. In 1:72 scale, this model accurately reproduces the massive gun used by the Red Army during World War II.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 14.5 cm
• Manufacturer: Zvezda
• Skill level: intermediate

Note: Glue, paints and modeling tools are not included. The kit is intended for self-assembly.

Model building:

The kit includes precisely molded parts allowing the howitzer to be built in combat or transport position. The step-by-step instruction ensures clear assembly guidance, making the kit suitable for both less experienced and advanced modelers.

Recommended tools:

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding sticks
• Paintbrushes of various sizes
• Plastic glue
• A set of paints suitable for Soviet WWII artillery
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue for delicate parts

About the 203 mm Howitzer M1931 B-4:

The B-4 howitzer was one of the heaviest artillery pieces of the Red Army during World War II. With its 203 mm caliber and shells weighing over 100 kg, it was highly effective against bunkers, fortifications and fortified positions. It was widely used in major battles, including the sieges of Leningrad, Sevastopol and Berlin, earning the nickname “Stalin's Sledgehammer”. Mounted on a tracked carriage, the weapon could traverse difficult terrain, while its range and destructive power made it feared by the enemy.

Technical data of the original:

• Caliber: 203 mm
• Barrel length: 25 calibers
• Combat weight: approx. 17.7 t
• Muzzle velocity: approx. 607 m/s
• Range: up to 18 km
• Crew: 15 men

Zvezda – plastic model manufacturer

Zvezda is a renowned manufacturer of plastic model kits in various scales. The company offers a wide range of military vehicles, aircraft, ships and figures. Zvezda kits are known for their high quality and historical accuracy, making them a popular choice for both beginners and advanced modelers.