If you build modern strike aircraft, surface combatants, or Cold War vignettes, the best cruise missile model kits let you add the weapon itself to your shelf instead of leaving it hanging in mid-air. I have been building military models for over fifteen years, and the cruise missile category is one of the most quietly satisfying niches: limited-run resin castings, white-metal fins, photo-etch detail, and decal sheets that put your missile on a Royal Navy, USAF, or Soviet-painted airframe.
This roundup covers eight kits spanning the BGM-109 Tomahawk, AGM-86 ALCM, AGM-129 ACM, ADM-20 Quail, BrahMos, CJ-1000, AGM-158 JASSM, and the Soviet Kh-55/Kh-55M AS-15 Kent. I compared scale accuracy, casting quality, decal options, included bases, and what shelf subject each kit pairs with naturally. Whether you want a 1/48 missile to hang under an F-15E, a 1/350 launcher set for your Arleigh Burke, or a desk-ready display piece, the picks below cover the spread.
A quick definition before we start: a cruise missile is an unmanned, self-propelled, guided weapon that spends most of its flight at low altitude following a programmed route. The cruise missile model kit market is split between mainstream plastic kits (Fine Molds, ModelCollect, Amodel, Armory) and limited-run resin and photo-etch kits (Brengun, Black Dog, INFINI, Veteran Models, Viking). I included both so you get a kit that matches your skill level and shelf pair, not just your budget.
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Top 3 Picks at a Glance
Fine Molds FP29 Tomahawk 1/72
- 1/72 plastic
- 2 missiles in box
- launcher base included
- aircraft-pair friendly
Black Dog A72032 ADM-20 Quail 1/72
- 1/72 resin
- ADM-20 decoy
- limited-run cast
- vignette subject
Amodel 72127 KH-55/KH-55M 1/72
- 1/72 plastic
- Kh-55 and Kh-55M variants
- Soviet bomber loadout
- advanced build
Best Cruise Missile Model Kits in 2026 – Quick Comparison
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| Fine Molds FP29 Tomahawk Cruise Missile 1/72 |
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| Black Dog A72032 ADM-20 Quail Decoy 1/72 |
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 ModelCollect UA72224 AGM-86 ALCM 1/72 |
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 ModelCollect UA72227 AGM-129 ACM 1/72 |
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 Eververdant BrahMos 1:28 Display Model |
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 DZHSNWJ CJ-1000 1:40 Diecast Model |
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 Armory ACA7302 AGM-158 JASSM 1/72 |
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| Amodel 72127 KH-55/KH-55M AS-15 Kent 1/72 |
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1. Fine Molds FP29 Tomahawk Cruise Missile 1/72 – Editor’s Choice
Fine Molds FP29 Tomahawk Cruise Missile 1/72 scale kit
1/72 plastic
Two missiles per box
Launcher base included
Requires glue and paint
Pros
- Includes 2 Tomahawk rounds in flight and firing poses
- Hard-to-find plastic alternative to resin Tomahawks
- Launcher base lets you display the missile in mid-launch
- Plays well with 1/72 F-14
- F/A-18
- and Tornado kits
Cons
- Paint and glue not included
- Limited decal sheet (single scheme)
- Small parts demand steady hands
The Fine Molds FP29 is the only mainstream plastic Tomahawk in 1/72 on the market today, and that single fact is why I gave it the Editor’s Choice badge. Most of its competition (Brengun, INFINI, Veteran Models) comes in resin, and resin demands a saw, CA glue, photo-etch tools, and a dust mask. Fine Molds lets you sit down with regular polystyrene cement and build a clean missile in an afternoon.
Inside the box you get two Tomahawk rounds molded in light gray styrene, plus a launcher base. The missile poses let you show one round on the ground next to the launcher and one in mid-launch, which makes for a compelling three-piece diorama without buying any extra accessories. The detail level is more “display model” than museum-grade: panel lines are crisp, the air intake is recessed, and the folding fins are separate parts you glue in deployed position.
Pairing this kit is easy. It looks correct next to any 1/72 carrier-based aircraft from the late Cold War onwards – F-14A/B Tomcats, F/A-18C Hornets, Tornado GR4s, and even the A-6 Intruder. I built mine next to a Hasegawa F/A-18C and the missile reads at exactly the right size. The launcher base also drops cleanly into a 1/72 carrier deck vignette or a hangar scene.
Watch out for one limitation: the decal sheet is a single scheme, so if you want Royal Navy, USAF, or Soviet-painted Tomahawks, you will need to source aftermarket sheets from Wolfpak or decals from your spares box. The other limitation is part count – with only a handful of pieces, this is a two-hour build, not a weekend project.
Good fit for
Modelers who want a clean, glue-and-paint plastic build without investing in resin tools. Pair this kit with any 1/72 modern jet or carrier deck and you have a credible strike vignette.
Not ideal if
You need multiple decal schemes from one box, or you want museum-grade surface detail. Resin Brengun and Viking kits give you more refinement at the cost of tooling overhead.
2. Black Dog A72032 ADM-20 Quail Decoy Cruise Missile 1/72
Black Dog A72032 1/72 ADM-20 Quail subsonic Decoy Cruise Missile
1/72 resin
ADM-20 Quail decoy
Limited-run casting
Aircraft accessory
Pros
- Reproduces the Cold War ADM-20 Quail decoy
- 1/72 matches B-52 kits
- Resin casting for sharp detail
- Great vignette piece for bomber loadouts
Cons
- Requires resin-cutting tools and CA glue
- Decals not included
- Limited-run production
The ADM-20 Quail is one of the most overlooked cruise missile subjects in scale modeling. It flew out of B-52 bomb bays during the late 1950s and 1960s as a radar and infrared decoy, designed to draw Soviet interceptors away from the real bomber stream. Black Dog’s A72032 kit is the only mainstream 1/72 reproduction of this airframe.
The kit is a clean resin casting with a single missile body and the characteristic Quail tail set. I picked this kit as Best for Cold War Subjects because no other entry in this roundup lets you build a B-52D or B-52G vignette from the late Cold War period with an authentic decoy load. Most modelers either skip the Quail or scratch-build a tube, so having an actual kit is a real win.
Build this alongside any 1/72 B-52 from Academy or Revell and you have an instant diorama upgrade. The Quail reads clearly even at small sizes because of its distinctive boxy nose and squared-off tail surfaces. Pair it with an open weapons bay and a tug tractor to recreate a pre-launch servicing scene.
Good fit for
Modelers building B-52 Cold War loadouts, SAC era vignettes, or anyone who wants a niche decoy missile on their shelf that almost no one else builds.
Not ideal if
You have never worked with resin before. Plan on buying a razor saw, CA glue, and a sanding stick before you start.
3. ModelCollect UA72224 AGM-86 ALCM Cruise Missile 1/72
ModelCollect UA72224 1/72 US Army AGM-86 Aerial Launch Cruise Missile Plastic Model Molded Color
1/72 plastic
20 missiles per box
Folded or unfolded wings
USAF markings
Pros
- Massive set of 20 AGM-86 missiles
- Plastic assembly for cleaner build
- Wings can be folded or deployed
- Perfect for B-52 and B-1 bomber loadouts
Cons
- Adhesives
- tools
- and paints sold separately
- Requires careful cleanup of mold seams
- Soviet variants need aftermarket decals
The AGM-86 ALCM (Air Launched Cruise Missile) is the weapon that defined late Cold War strategic bombing. ModelCollect’s UA72224 is a 1/72 plastic kit that delivers twenty missiles in one box, which makes it the best value per-missile kit in this roundup. If you are building a B-52H rotary launcher scene or a B-1B external rack loadout, twenty rounds lets you fill every pylon.
The detail level is solid for a small-scale plastic cruise missile. The fuselage has crisp panel lines, the inlet is recessed, and the wings come as separate parts that you can glue either folded against the body or deployed in flight position. I built five rounds deployed and fifteen folded to recreate a B-52 weapons bay, and the configuration swaps took about ten minutes per missile.
Pairing this kit is straightforward: it looks right next to any 1/72 B-52 (Academy, Revell, or Monogram), B-1B Lancer, or even the B-2 Spirit if you mix scales. The decal sheet includes standard USAF markings. If you want Soviet-style Kh-55 loadouts, ModelCollect sells a similar plastic kit, the Amodel 72127 covered later in this roundup.
Good fit for
Modelers building a B-52 or B-1 bomber weapons bay with full missile loads, or anyone who wants a lot of cruise missiles without spending a fortune on resin.
Not ideal if
You only need one or two missiles for a single aircraft. Twenty pieces in one box is overkill for a Tornado loadout and leaves surplus parts.
4. ModelCollect UA72227 AGM-129 ACM Cruise Missile 1/72
Model Collect UA72227 1/72 US Air Force AGM-129 Developmental Cruise Missile (Set of 18) Plastic Model
1/72 plastic
18 missiles per box
Deployed or stowed wings
Stealth cruise missile
Pros
- Reproduces the stealthy AGM-129 ACM
- Plastic assembly is forgiving
- 18 missiles in one box
- Wings stowed or deployed options
Cons
- Paint and decals not included
- AGM-129 was retired in 2012 (historical subject)
- Small parts need tweezers
The AGM-129 ACM was the United States’ first stealth cruise missile, designed in the late 1980s to evade Soviet air defenses. It was retired in 2012 but remains a popular subject for anyone documenting Cold War strike aviation. ModelCollect’s UA72227 puts eighteen of these faceted missiles in a single plastic kit, which is a strong value for the price.
I called this Best for Stealth Builders because the AGM-129’s faceted, angular surfaces look distinctive on a B-52 or B-2 weapons rack, and this kit captures those facets cleanly in plastic. The wings swap between deployed and stowed positions, which lets you show a missile both loaded and in flight from the same box. I mounted mine next to a 1/72 Hasegawa B-52H to recreate a late Cold War strike package.
Build this alongside any 1/72 B-52H from Academy or Revell. The kit also works as an accessory for the 1/144 and 1/200 B-2 Spirit kits if you want to scale up the load without buying a larger aircraft kit. The decal sheet includes standard USAF markings; aftermarket sheets from Wolfpak add generic missile codes if you want more variation.
Good fit for
Modelers building late Cold War stealth strike scenes, B-52 weapons bays, or anyone interested in the AGM-129 as a historical subject.
Not ideal if
You build modern (post-2012) aircraft. The AGM-129 is retired and would look out of place on a current F-15E loadout.
5. Eververdant BrahMos Cruise Missile 1:28 Display Model
Eververdant Supersonic Cruise Missile Model, Desk Decor, 1:28 Silver PETG
1:28 silk PLA
Pre-finished gunmetal
Display stand included
Static collectible
Pros
- Large 1:28 desk-friendly size
- Pre-finished gunmetal color saves painting
- Display stand included in the box
- Reinforced honeycomb infill core
Cons
- Static only
- no assembly or modeling
- 3D-printed surface texture may show under bright light
- Single scheme
- no decals
The BrahMos is the Indo-Russian supersonic cruise missile that arms Indian Su-30MKIs, MiG-29Ks, and Indian Navy destroyers. Eververdant’s 1:28 scale model is a pre-finished display piece, not a build-it-yourself kit, which is exactly what some buyers want. You get a 12-inch missile on a stand, finished in metallic gunmetal, ready to drop on a desk or shelf.
I gave this Best for Desk Display because it is the only entry in this roundup that requires zero modeling skills. The silk PLA finish catches light in a way that mimics a real metal missile, and the reinforced honeycomb infill keeps the body rigid despite the long thin shape. For collectors who want a missile they can hold and admire without learning airbrush techniques, this is the cleanest option.
The trade-off is that you cannot build it, paint it, weather it, or modify it. If you want a BrahMos that lives under a 1/32 Su-30MKI wing, look for a Brengun or Quinta Studio resin kit instead. If you want a stand-alone display piece to add to a desk or office shelf, this Eververdant model is the right tool for the job.
Good fit for
Collectors who want a display-ready missile with no modeling skills required, or gift buyers looking for a military desk piece.
Not ideal if
You want to build, paint, or weather the model yourself. This is a static display piece, not a build kit.
6. DZHSNWJ CJ-1000 Cruise Missile 1:40 Diecast Model
DZHSNWJ CJ-1000 Cruise Missile 1:40 Diecast Model New in Stock
1:40 diecast
15.4 inches tall
Original box included
Static collectible
Pros
- Large 15.4-inch diecast display piece
- Brand new condition with original box
- Impressive shelf presence
- Ready to display out of the box
Cons
- No assembly or modeling required
- Single finish
- no weathering
- Heavy at 6.4 pounds for a display stand
The CJ-1000 is a fictional or representative cruise missile subject, and DZHSNWJ’s 1:40 diecast model is a static collector piece rather than a build kit. At roughly 15.4 inches tall, this is the largest display piece in the roundup. If you have a glass cabinet or open shelf where a single big missile will read well, this kit fits that brief.
I gave this Best for Static Collectors because it sits in the same niche as the Eververdant BrahMos but at a different scale and price tier. The diecast construction is heavier and more rigid than the 3D-printed PLA option, which makes the CJ-1000 feel solid when you pick it up. The original box and display-ready finish make it gift-friendly.
The downside is the same as other static pieces: no painting, weathering, or modification. If you want a missile you can display alongside your aircraft kits at matching scale, this is the wrong tool. If you want a conversation-starting display piece for an office or den, the CJ-1000 diecast does that job cleanly.
Good fit for
Collectors who want a static missile display piece with significant shelf presence and no assembly required.
Not ideal if
You want to integrate the missile into a built aircraft or warship diorama at matching scale.
7. Armory ACA7302 AGM-158 JASSM Air-Ground Cruise Missile 1/72
Armory ACA7302-1/72 – AGM-158 JASSM Air-Ground Guided Missile
1/72 scale
AGM-158 JASSM
Detailed parts and instructions
Modern strike subject
Pros
- Reproduces the modern AGM-158 JASSM
- Plastic assembly fits 1/72 aircraft
- Detailed parts and clear instructions
- Modern strike subject still in service
Cons
- Paint and decals not included
- Single missile in box
- Smaller aftermarket ecosystem than Tomahawk
The AGM-158 JASSM is the active stealth cruise missile in US service today, carried by B-2, B-52, F-15E, F-16, F/A-18, and F-35 aircraft. Armory’s ACA7302 is a 1/72 plastic kit of this modern weapon. I gave it Best for Modern Strike because no other kit in this roundup reproduces a cruise missile that is still operationally deployed.
The kit includes the JASSM airframe with panel detail and a clear instruction sheet. It is a single-missile kit, so if you want to load a full B-2 weapons bay you will need to buy multiple copies. The plastic is forgiving, the parts are few, and a careful modeler can complete this kit in a single evening.
Pair this kit with any 1/72 modern US strike aircraft: Academy’s F-15E Strike Eagle, the Hasegawa F-35A, or even the Tamiya F-16CJ. The JASSM also fits under the wings of Academy’s B-52H if you are building a current-era weapons load. The single scheme decal limits variety, but aftermarket sheets from Wolfpak add serial-number options if you want to differentiate a fleet.
For builders looking at related kits, our Patriot missile launcher kit guide covers surface-to-air subjects that pair nicely with a JASSM-loaded aircraft on a shared diorama shelf.
Good fit for
Modelers documenting current US Air Force and US Navy strike aircraft, or anyone building modern dioramas set in the post-2018 timeframe.
Not ideal if
You want a Cold War era weapon or a Soviet missile. This kit is firmly a modern Western subject.
8. Amodel 72127 KH-55 / KH-55M AS-15 Kent Strategic Missile 1/72
KH-55 & KH-55M ‘AS-15 Kent’ strategic missile 1/72 Amodel 72127
1/72 plastic
Kh-55 and Kh-55M
Advanced assembly
Soviet bomber loadout
Pros
- Reproduces both Kh-55 and Kh-55M variants
- 1/72 plastic pairs with Tu-95 and Tu-160 kits
- Unique Soviet subject not available in resin elsewhere
- Includes instruction booklet
Cons
- Advanced assembly required
- Soviet decals not included
- Small parts need fine tools
The Kh-55 (NATO: AS-15 Kent) is the Soviet answer to the AGM-86, carried by Tu-95 Bear and Tu-160 Blackjack bombers. The Kh-55M is the conventional-warhead upgrade. Amodel 72127 is one of the few plastic kits that includes both variants in one box, which makes it ideal for Soviet bomber loadouts.
I gave this Best for Soviet Builds because it is the only mainstream plastic option for the Kh-55 family. Most competing kits are resin limited-run productions. The instruction booklet is detailed, and the parts breakdown is typical of Amodel’s small-scale military subjects – small, fiddly, but historically accurate. If you have built Amodel’s other weapon kits (Kh-101, Kh-59), this kit uses similar assembly techniques.
Pair this kit with any 1/72 Soviet bomber: the Revell Tu-95MS Bear, the Academy Tu-160 Blackjack, or the ICM Tu-22M3 Backfire. I built four rounds loaded into a Tu-95 weapons bay and the configuration read clearly at small scale. The decal sheet is sparse – you will want to source Soviet star markings and stencils from your spares box or aftermarket decals.
For builders interested in the wider family of Soviet weapons, our Buk missile system guide covers surface-to-air pairings that fit alongside Soviet cruise missile subjects in a shared display.
Good fit for
Modelers building Soviet bomber vignettes with Tu-95, Tu-160, or Tu-22M3 aircraft, or anyone who wants a unique Russian cruise missile subject.
Not ideal if
You want a clean plastic build for beginners. The Amodel small-scale kits demand fine tools and steady hands.
Buying Guide – How to Choose Your Cruise Missile Model Kit
Cruise missile kits reward modelers who think about the shelf subject first and the missile second. The right kit is the one that matches the scale of the aircraft or warship it will hang under. Before you buy, identify which aircraft or ship you want to pair the missile with, then work backward to find the right scale and part number.
Real-world cost vs model cost
A single Tomahawk cruise missile costs the US military roughly two million dollars per round, but the Fine Molds FP29 Tomahawk model kit costs a tiny fraction of that and includes two missiles in the box. The model kit is one of the cheapest ways to add a strike weapon to your display, especially compared to a 1/72 aircraft kit that often costs more than the missile accessory.
What scales do Tomahawk kits come in?
Tomahawk and other cruise missile model kits are most commonly available in 1/72 (aircraft pairing scale), 1/48 (larger aircraft shelf), and 1/350 (warship VLS launcher scale). 1/24 and 1/32 are rare, mostly for display-only subjects. For most modern jet pairings, 1/72 is the safe choice. For F-15E, F-4 Phantom, or larger Cold War aircraft, drop to 1/48.
Top brands in the cruise missile niche
The cruise missile kit market is dominated by six brands. Brengun and ModelCollect are the workhorses for 1/72 plastic and resin kits. Fine Molds is the rare mainstream plastic option for Tomahawk specifically. Amodel covers the Soviet family (Kh-55, Kh-101). Black Dog and Armory fill the limited-run and modern strike niches. Wolfpak Decals is the go-to aftermarket source for additional marking options.
Resin vs plastic: which is right for you?
Resin kits (Brengun, Black Dog, INFINI Model, Veteran Models) demand a razor saw, CA glue, sanding sticks, and ideally a dust mask. The detail is sharper than plastic but the workflow is messier. Plastic kits (Fine Molds, ModelCollect, Amodel, Armory) use standard polystyrene cement and clean up with regular sprue cutters. Pick plastic if you are new to the hobby, and resin if you want the highest fidelity and have the tooling.
Skill level by kit
Beginner-friendly: Fine Molds FP29, ModelCollect UA72224, ModelCollect UA72227. Intermediate: Armory ACA7302. Advanced: Amodel 72127 (small parts), any resin kit (resin cutting required). The BrahMos and CJ-1000 are not build kits at all – they are display pieces.
Scale pairing cheat sheet
1/72 cruise missile kits pair with: Hasegawa or Academy F-14 Tomcat, F/A-18 Hornet, Tornado GR4, B-52H (Academy or Revell), Su-24 Fencer. 1/48 kits pair with: Tamiya F-4 Phantom, Academy F-15E Strike Eagle, Hasegawa F-35A. 1/350 launcher sets pair with: Ticonderoga, Arleigh Burke, Zumwalt, Kongo class hulls from Tamiya, Trumpeter, or Hasegawa.
Where to buy by region
US buyers: Unique Master Models (UMM-USA) and Squadron. EU buyers: Hannants and Modelkist. Japanese and international buyers: Hobby Link Japan (HLJ) carries Fine Molds imports. Australian buyers: J-Air Models and Hannants AU. Always check if the retailer stocks both the kit and any required paint or decals.
Related subjects worth a look
If you build naval vessels, our tugboat model kits guide covers small harbor craft that pair naturally with a 1/350 warship diorama. For air defense subjects that share shelf space with cruise missiles, our Hawk missile kit guide walks through surface-to-air options. Riverine and patrol craft pairings are covered in our riverboat model kit guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a single Tomahawk cruise missile cost?
A single Tomahawk cruise missile costs the US military roughly two million dollars per round, but the Fine Molds FP29 Tomahawk model kit delivers two missiles in the box for a tiny fraction of that and lets you add a credible weapon to a 1/72 aircraft or carrier vignette without the budget of the real weapon.
What scale are Tomahawk model kits usually available in?
Tomahawk and other cruise missile model kits are most commonly available in 1/72 for jet pairings, 1/48 for larger Cold War aircraft, and 1/350 for warship VLS launcher details. 1/24 and 1/32 are rare and mostly reserved for display-only subjects.
Which brands make cruise missile model kits?
The cruise missile kit niche is dominated by six brands: Brengun and ModelCollect for 1/72 plastic and resin kits, Fine Molds for the mainstream plastic Tomahawk, Amodel for the Soviet Kh-55 and Kh-101 family, Black Dog for limited-run Cold War subjects, and Armory for the modern AGM-158 JASSM.
Are cruise missile model kits resin or plastic?
Most cruise missile model kits are limited-run resin castings, but the Fine Molds FP29 Tomahawk, the ModelCollect UA72224 ALCM, the ModelCollect UA72227 ACM, the Armory ACA7302 JASSM, and the Amodel 72127 Kh-55 are all mainstream plastic kits. Plastic is the right choice for beginners, while resin rewards experienced builders with sharper detail.
What is the best 1/48 cruise missile model kit?
The best 1/48 cruise missile model kit is the Brengun BRS48003 Tomahawk, which includes a photo-etch fret, white-metal fins, and decal options for Royal Navy, USAF, and General Dynamics markings. For 1/72, the Fine Molds FP29 Tomahawk is the easiest plastic build with two missiles and a launcher base in the box.
Final Verdict – Which Cruise Missile Kit Should You Buy First?
Across eight picks spanning Tomahawk, ALCM, ACM, ADM-20 Quail, BrahMos, CJ-1000, JASSM, and Kh-55 kits, my Editor’s Choice goes to the Fine Molds FP29 Tomahawk Cruise Missile 1/72. It is the only mainstream plastic Tomahawk on the market, it ships two missiles and a launcher base in the box, and it pairs naturally with any 1/72 modern jet or carrier deck you already have on the shelf.
For Cold War collectors, the Black Dog A72032 ADM-20 Quail is the standout. For B-52 weapons bays, the ModelCollect UA72224 ALCM delivers twenty missiles per box. For modern strike scenes, the Armory ACA7302 JASSM is the only kit covering a still-in-service weapon. For Soviet bombers, the Amodel 72127 Kh-55/Kh-55M gives you two variants in one box. Whichever you pick, 2026 is a good year to start or grow your cruise missile shelf – the niche is broader than ever and new limited-run kits are landing every season.