ICM 35540 Scale model kit 1:35 Typ 320 (W142) Cabriolet WWII German Staff Car

Mercedes-Benz Typ 320 (W142) Cabriolet German staff car plastic model kit in 1/35 scale by ICM represents a luxury passenger vehicle adapted for staff and liaison duties during World War II. The model depicts the open-top Cabriolet version of the Typ 320, a car originally developed as a civilian automobile and later used for official and transport purposes.

The Mercedes-Benz Typ 320 (W142) was introduced in the late 1930s as part of the company’s upper-class passenger car lineup. During the war, vehicles of this type were used for transportation of officers and administrative personnel. Cabriolet versions featured a folding roof and elegant body lines typical of European luxury automobiles of the period.

Mercedes-Benz Typ 320 (W142) - World War II Staff Car

Passenger vehicles such as the Typ 320 were used for liaison and transport duties between headquarters, command posts, and operational units. Their road performance and reliability made them suitable for official transport roles.

For modelers: Passenger car kits in 1/35 scale often benefit from assembling and painting the interior before installing the body panels. Wheels and tires can also be finished separately before final assembly to simplify detailing.

Kit Contents

• Plastic sprues with model parts
• Transparent plastic parts
• Decal sheet
• Painting guide
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/35
• Model (SKU): ICM35540
• Type: Vehicle Model Kit
• Subject: Mercedes-Benz Typ 320 (W142) Cabriolet
• Vehicle type: Military staff car
• Subject country: Germany
• Period: World War II
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.

This plastic model kit by ICM belongs to the Armor category and represents a World War II staff vehicle in 1/35 scale.

Historical model note: This item is intended for scale modeling and historical miniature building only. No political endorsement, propaganda, or discriminatory content is intended. Product images and markings should be checked before publication to ensure they do not show prohibited political symbols.