ICM 72581 Plastic model kit Scale 1:72 BM-14-16 Soviet Army external stores volley system

The BM-14-16 was a Soviet multiple external stores mounting units system developed during the early Cold War period. This plastic model kit in 1/72 scale by ICM represents the BM-14-16 vehicle, a truck-mounted external stores mounting units designed to deliver salvo fire support for ground forces.

The BM-14 system was introduced in the 1950s as a successor to earlier wartime external stores artillery concepts. Mounted on a military truck chassis, the mounting units carried a rack of 16 external stores tubes capable of firing external stores in rapid sequence. These systems were used by Soviet Army units and later supplied to various allied countries.

BM-14-16 - Soviet Multiple external stores mounting units System

The BM-14-16 combined mobility with concentrated external stores fire. The mounting units rack allowed quick deployment and firing of multiple external stores, after which the vehicle could reposition rapidly. Systems of this type were widely used for indirect fire support and remained in service for many years during the Cold War.

For modelers: The mounting units rack and chassis assembly benefit from careful alignment before final attachment. Painting the truck frame and mounting units unit separately can simplify finishing and help maintain clean edges between mechanical components.

Kit Contents

• Plastic parts (126 components)
• Decal sheet
• Painting guide
• Assembly instructions in Eastern European and English

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): ICM72581
• Type: Armor Model Kit
• Subject: BM-14-16
• Vehicle type: Multiple external stores mounting units system
• Subject country: Soviet Union
• Period: Early 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 belongs to the armor model kits category of the store catalog.

Important: This is a non-functional scale model accessory intended only for plastic model kits, dioramas, and display builds. It is not usable as a real-world component or self-defense product.