ICM 24041 car plastic models kit Scale 1:24 Patent-Motorwagen 1886+Scale figures

Benz Patent-Motorwagen 1886 with Mrs. Benz & Sons is a 1/24 scale plastic vehicle model kit from ICM representing one of the earliest motor vehicles in automotive history together with historical figures associated with its first journeys. The set recreates the pioneering automobile designed by Karl Benz in the late nineteenth century.

The Benz Patent-Motorwagen, introduced in 1886, is widely recognized as the first practical automobile powered by an internal combustion engine. Its development marked a turning point in transportation history and laid the foundation for modern automotive engineering.

Benz Patent-Motorwagen 1886 - Early Automotive Pioneer

The vehicle became historically significant not only for its engineering but also for the famous journey undertaken by Bertha Benz, who demonstrated the practicality of the automobile during one of the earliest long-distance drives. Her journey helped show that motor vehicles could become a viable form of transportation.

For modelers: Early vehicles such as the Patent-Motorwagen feature open mechanical structures and delicate frame elements. Painting the chassis and mechanical components separately before attaching the wheels and body sections can help highlight the distinctive engineering details.

Kit Contents

• Plastic sprues with vehicle parts
• Photo-etched parts
• Plastic figures
• Painting guide
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/24
• Model (SKU): ICM24041
• Type: Vehicle Model Kit
• Subject: Benz Patent-Motorwagen 1886 with Mrs. Benz & Sons
• Vehicle type: Early automobile
• Subject country: Germany
• Period: Early automotive era
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit with figures. Paints and glue are not included.

This plastic model kit by ICM represents one of the earliest automobiles and complements historical displays featuring early transportation subjects and figures from the figures category.