Zvezda 7441 - 1:100 Russian Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft System SA-22 Greyhound

Plastic assembly kit of the Russian self-propelled anti-aircraft system Pantsir-S1 (SA-22 Greyhound) in 1:100 scale

Zvezda 7441 recreates the modern Russian self-propelled anti-aircraft missile and gun system Pantsir-S1, known by the NATO reporting name SA-22 Greyhound. It is a compact 1:100 model of a modern air-defence system on a heavy off-road truck chassis.

What's in the box:

• Plastic parts
• Decal sheet
• Assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:100
• Catalogue number: 7441
• Manufacturer: Zvezda
• Assembled length: approx. 9 cm
• Difficulty: beginner/intermediate

Note: This kit does not include paints or modelling tools. The model is intended for self-assembly.

Building the model:

This is a compact model in the small 1:100 scale. Depending on the version, assembly may require plastic cement. For painting, uniform modern military schemes (e.g. shades of grey or green) are typical — the scheme depends on the chosen marking option given in the instructions. Apply decals over a gloss coat and finish the model in matt.

Useful tools:

• Modelling side cutters for removing parts from the sprues
• Hobby knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper for cleaning up sprue gate marks
• Plastic cement (if required by the chosen assembly method)
• Modelling paints and brushes
• A wash to bring out the detail

About the vehicle – Pantsir-S1 (SA-22 Greyhound):

The Pantsir-S1 is a modern Russian self-propelled short-range anti-aircraft missile and gun system, intended to protect civilian and military facilities — including long-range air-defence systems — against airborne threats. The system was adopted into service in 2010.

It combines rapid-firing automatic guns with guided anti-aircraft missiles, supported by a radar and electro-optical systems. The Pantsir-S1 is usually mounted on a heavy off-road truck chassis, giving it mobility. The system has been used in a number of modern conflicts.

Specifications of the original (Pantsir-S1 / SA-22 Greyhound):

• Type: self-propelled short-range anti-aircraft missile and gun system
• Armament: guided anti-aircraft missiles and rapid-firing 30 mm automatic guns
• Equipment: radar and electro-optical systems
• Chassis: heavy off-road truck (high mobility)
• Adopted into service: 2010

About the manufacturer – Zvezda:

Zvezda is a manufacturer of plastic model kits and tabletop games, offering a broad range of aircraft, helicopters, military vehicles, ships and civilian subjects across many scales. The brand is known, among other things, for models of modern and historic equipment. Zvezda kits are characterised by an accessible nature and clear instructions.