ICM 72815 Plastic model kit Scale 1:72 Aerodrome mobile electric unit APA-50M (ZiL-131)

APA-50M (ZiL-131) is a plastic model vehicle kit in 1/72 scale produced by ICM. The model represents a mobile aerodrome power supply unit mounted on the ZiL-131 military truck chassis and used to support aircraft operations on airfields.

The APA-50M unit was designed to provide electrical power for aircraft systems during ground servicing. Mounted on the reliable ZiL-131 three-axle off-road truck, the system allowed ground crews to start aircraft engines, supply onboard electrical systems, and perform maintenance tasks directly on the airfield.

APA-50M (ZiL-131) - Aerodrome Ground Support Vehicle

Vehicles of this type became a common part of military airfield infrastructure in the Soviet Union and later in several countries that operated similar aircraft fleets. The enclosed equipment module carried the electrical generator and control systems used to support aircraft preparation before flight.

For modelers: Ground support vehicles often benefit from separate painting of the chassis, equipment body, and wheels before final assembly. This approach helps maintain clean edges between the truck cab, the equipment module, and smaller external details.

Kit Contents

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

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): ICM72815
• Type: Vehicle Model Kit
• Subject: APA-50M (ZiL-131)
• Vehicle type: Aerodrome power supply vehicle
• 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 vehicle model kit by ICM belongs to the Armor category and represents a ground support vehicle used in military aviation environments.