ICM 72521 Scale kit 1:72 BTR-152K Soviet armored troop-carrier model kit plastic

BTR-152K is a plastic model kit in 1/72 scale produced by ICM representing a Soviet armored personnel carrier used during the Cold War period. The BTR-152 family was developed as a wheeled armored transport vehicle designed to move infantry units while providing basic protection and mobility across a variety of terrains.

The BTR-152K was a later modification of the original BTR-152 design and introduced an enclosed armored roof over the troop compartment. This improvement increased protection for transported personnel compared with earlier open-top versions and became one of the recognizable configurations of the vehicle during its operational service.

BTR-152K - Soviet Armored Personnel Carrier

The vehicle was based on a military truck chassis and used by Soviet armed forces and allied countries for troop transport, communications roles, and logistical support. Its six-wheel configuration and relatively simple mechanical layout made it suitable for both road movement and cross-country operations.

For modelers: Wheeled armored vehicles benefit from careful alignment of the suspension and wheels before the final assembly stage. It is often convenient to paint the wheels and hull separately to achieve clean finishing around the tires and lower hull details.

Kit Contents

• 64 plastic parts
• Clear plastic parts
• Decal sheet
• Painting guide
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): ICM72521
• Type: Armor Model Kit
• Subject: BTR-152K
• Vehicle type: Armored personnel carrier
• Subject country: Soviet Union
• Period: Cold War
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.

This plastic model kit from ICM belongs to the Armor category and can be explored together with other armored vehicle models available in the catalog.