ICM 72551 Plastic model car kit Scale 1:72 Zil-157 command truck - kits models

ZiL-157 Command Truck plastic model kit in 1/72 scale by ICM represents a Soviet military command vehicle based on the well-known ZiL-157 off-road truck platform. This unpainted and unassembled plastic model kit reproduces the command configuration used for communication and coordination roles within military units during the Cold War period.

The ZiL-157 was a three-axle all-wheel-drive truck introduced in the late 1950s in the Soviet Union. Known for its cross-country mobility and durable design, the vehicle served in many military roles including transport, logistics, and specialized command functions. Command versions were equipped to support field headquarters and communication tasks.

ZiL-157 Command Truck - Soviet Military Utility Vehicle

The command truck configuration combined the rugged ZiL-157 chassis with equipment and bodywork suited for operational coordination roles. The vehicle became widely used within Soviet and allied armed forces, appearing in many field units where reliable off-road mobility was required.

For modelers: Military truck models often benefit from assembling the chassis, cab, and cargo body as separate subassemblies. This allows easier painting of the frame, wheels, and interior surfaces before final installation of smaller external components.

Kit Contents

• 87 plastic parts
• Transparent parts
• Decal sheet
• Painting guide
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): ICM72551
• Type: Vehicle Model Kit
• Subject: ZiL-157 Command Truck
• Vehicle type: Military command truck
• 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 by ICM represents a military vehicle subject suitable for collections of Cold War equipment and transport vehicles.