ICM 72713 ATZ-5-375 – Plastic model kit of a fuel tanker in 1/72 scale

ICM 72713 ATZ-5-375 is a highly detailed plastic model kit in the popular 1:72 scale, depicting the Soviet ATZ-5-375 fuel tanker built on the military ZIL-131 truck chassis. The model is produced by the renowned company ICM, known for its accurate representations of military vehicles and high-quality modeling components.

A brief history of the ATZ-5-375 vehicle

The ATZ-5-375 is a mobile fuel tanker based on the popular ZIL-131 truck chassis, widely used in the Soviet Army and Warsaw Pact countries from the 1970s up to modern times. Tankers of this type were primarily used to transport liquid fuels, such as gasoline or diesel, supplying both land vehicles and helicopters at the front lines during the Cold War and in local conflicts, including the Soviet intervention in Afghanistan. The sturdy ZIL-131 frame made the ATZ-5-375 reliable even in difficult terrain and climatic conditions.

Material and kit contents

• Scale: 1/72
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools – these must be purchased separately.
• Detailed sprues allow for the creation of a realistic replica of the tanker, including well-rendered chassis, body, tank, and external equipment components.
• Multi-language assembly instructions and clear diagrams to facilitate building the model.

Product category and difficulty level

• Category: Plastic model kit
• Difficulty level: 2/5 – the kit is suitable for both intermediate modelers and more experienced enthusiasts of military vehicle models. Requires basic manual skills, the ability to read instructions, and precision when gluing small parts.

Who do we recommend the ICM 72713 ATZ-5-375 model for?

We recommend this model to all military history enthusiasts, Soviet vehicle lovers, and collectors of Cold War-era equipment. It's also an excellent option for modelers looking for an interesting addition to dioramas or layouts depicting logistic zones or military bases. The innovative reproduction of details and proportions will satisfy both collectors and those building dioramas.