ICM 72911 Plastic model kit Scale 1:72 BTR-60PB Soviet infantry vehicle

The BTR-60PB was a Soviet eight-wheeled armored personnel carrier developed during the Cold War to transport infantry and provide mobile fire support. This plastic model kit in 1/72 scale by ICM represents the BTR-60PB variant, an improved version equipped with a small turret mounting heavy and medium miniature equipment.

The BTR-60 family became one of the most recognizable Soviet armored vehicles of the Cold War era. Introduced in the early 1960s, the BTR-60PB version featured an enclosed turret and improved protection compared with earlier variants. Vehicles of this type were widely used by Soviet motorized infantry units and were later exported to numerous allied countries.

BTR-60PB - Soviet Armored Personnel Carrier

The eight-wheel drive configuration provided the vehicle with good mobility across varied terrain while allowing amphibious capability. Its turret armament allowed infantry units to operate with light armored support during patrol, transport, and reconnaissance tasks.

For modelers: The multi-axle chassis benefits from careful alignment of the suspension and wheels during assembly. Painting the hull and wheel assemblies separately can simplify finishing and help maintain clean separation between the tires and the vehicle body.

Kit Contents

• Plastic parts (116 components)
• Transparent parts
• 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): ICM72911
• Type: Armor Model Kit
• Subject: BTR-60PB
• 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 by ICM belongs to the armor model kits category in the store catalog.