ICM 72814 Plastic model kit Scale 1:72 BM-13-16 Soviet Army rocket volley system

The BM-13-16 was a Soviet multiple rocket launcher system widely used during World War II. This plastic model kit in 1/72 scale by ICM represents the BM-13-16 launcher configuration mounted on a military truck chassis, a vehicle designed to deliver rapid rocket salvos in support of ground forces.

The BM-13 system became one of the most recognizable artillery support platforms of the Soviet Army during the war. Mounted on a mobile truck platform, the launcher could fire a salvo of rockets within a short time and then relocate quickly. This mobility made the system suitable for supporting advancing formations while avoiding counterfire.

BM-13-16 - Soviet Mobile Rocket Launcher System

The BM-13-16 launcher used a rack of launch rails mounted on the rear of a military truck chassis. The system allowed the rapid launch of multiple rockets in sequence, providing concentrated artillery support over a wide area. Its combination of mobility and firepower made it an important part of Soviet artillery units during the war.

For modelers: Vehicles equipped with external launcher frames benefit from careful alignment of the rail assembly before final attachment to the chassis. Painting the chassis and launcher components separately can help achieve cleaner detailing during final assembly.

Kit Contents

• Plastic sprues with model parts (112 parts)
• Decal sheet
• Painting guide
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): ICM72814
• Type: Armor Model Kit
• Subject: BM-13-16 Rocket Launcher
• Vehicle type: Multiple rocket launcher system
• Subject country: Soviet Union
• 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 model kits category.