ICM 72812 ZiL-131 (1/72) – Plastic model kit of the Soviet truck

The ICM 72812 ZiL-131 in 1/72 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the legendary Soviet military truck. This product is designed for both beginner and advanced modelers who wish to enrich their collection with a detailed vehicle known from numerous conflicts and its use in armies worldwide.

Historical data and use

The ZiL-131 is a Soviet military truck that entered mass production in 1966 and was widely used by the Soviet Army as well as by the armed forces of many Warsaw Pact countries and USSR allies during the Cold War period. It was operated by countries such as the USSR, Poland, East Germany, Czechoslovakia, and was also exported to numerous countries in the Middle East and Africa. The reliable ZiL-131 served as a transport vehicle, tanker, command vehicle, and as a platform for various weapon systems—for example, in Afghanistan, UN operations, and numerous logistic missions up to modern times.

Model details

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for building dioramas and military vehicle collections
• The kit includes: high-quality plastic sprues, clear assembly instructions, and decals
• Glue and paints not included – these accessories must be purchased separately
• Accurately replicated bodywork, chassis, and driver's cab details allow for a realistic display of the vehicle
• Possibility to apply multiple paint schemes according to your creativity and available historical patterns
• Category: plastic model kit

Recommendation and target group

This product is especially recommended for collectors of Cold War military vehicles and modelers passionate about 20th-century military technology. The assembly difficulty is rated at 2/5 – most parts are easy to assemble and the clear instructions make this kit suitable even for less experienced modelers. Thanks to high historical accuracy and attention to detail, the ICM 72812 ZiL-131 model is an excellent choice for expanding a collection of Soviet vehicles in 1/72 scale.