We present the plastic model kit ICM 1:35 Le.gl. Einheits-Pkw Kfz.1 - SOFT TOP - WWII GERMAN LIGHT PERSONNEL CAR, perfect for modelers and military history enthusiasts. This kit allows you to build a faithful replica of a light Wehrmacht personnel car from the World War II period, featuring the distinctive foldable soft-top version.
Model Features
The ICM 1:35 Le.gl. Einheits-Pkw Kfz.1 is a precise 1/35 scale model kit, replicating the German light personnel car Leichter geländegängiger Einheits-Personenkraftwagen Kfz.1. These vehicles were widely used by the German army in various roles during World War II, from personnel transport to command vehicles. The "Soft Top" version features a folding roof, adding to its uniqueness and allowing for dynamic diorama scenes. The kit has been designed with attention to detail, allowing for a realistic representation of the vehicle, its interior, and external components.
Main Applications
Building a static display model of a military vehicle.
Integration into historical dioramas depicting World War II scenes.
Developing modeling skills, from basic assembly to advanced painting and weathering techniques.
Kit Contents
The model kit set ICM 1:35 Le.gl. Einheits-Pkw Kfz.1 contains all the necessary components to assemble the model, with the exception of paints and glue:
Detailed assembly guide, leading you step-by-step through the construction process.
Plastic sprues with precisely molded model parts.
Decal sheet, allowing for the application of authentic vehicle markings and insignia.
Rubber wheels, ensuring a realistic tire appearance.
Transparent parts, for windows and lights.
Assembly Process and Required Accessories
Model assembly requires cutting parts from the sprues, precisely fitting them, and gluing them according to the included instruction manual. Once assembled, the model should be painted with model paints and the decals applied. Please note that some parts may require painting before assembly to achieve an optimal final effect and access hard-to-reach areas.
Essential Tools and Materials (Not Included)
Plastic parts nippers.
Hobby knife.
File or sandpaper for edge finishing.
Plastic cement.
Paintbrushes or airbrush for painting.
Model paints.
Suggested Paint Colors
For painting the Le.gl. Einheits-Pkw Kfz.1 model, it is recommended to use paints corresponding to the standard colors of German vehicles from the World War II period. The choice of specific colors depends on the chosen painting scheme and the historical period the model is intended to represent. Typical options include:
Base Colors: German Grey (Dunkelgrau) for vehicles from the early war period (up to 1943) or German Dark Yellow (Dunkelgelb) as a base for vehicles from later years.
Camouflage: Green (Olivgrün) and Red-Brown (Rotbraun) to create camouflage patterns on a Dark Yellow base.
Details: Matt Black (tires), various shades of grey and green (interior), silver/metallic (engine parts, details), colors imitating wood, leather, and canvas (interior, roof).
Compatibility and Expansion
The ICM 1:35 Kfz.1 model is fully compatible with other 1/35 scale kits and accessories, allowing for the creation of elaborate dioramas with miniatures, other military vehicles, and terrain elements. It serves as an excellent foundation for developing realistic historical scenarios.
If you have any questions regarding the selection of accessories, paints, or other materials for this specific model, please feel free to contact us. We will be happy to provide expert assistance.
