Universal Military Pod and M8A1 US Landing Mat Scale 1:35 ICM53201 Plastic Model Aircraft Kit

Universal Military Pod and M8A1 US Landing Mat is a 1/35 scale plastic model kit by ICM representing aviation ground equipment used with United States Army aircraft during the Cold War period. The set combines a universal military cargo pod with sections of the M8A1 landing mat used for temporary airfield surfaces. The kit is supplied as an unpainted and unassembled plastic model kit.

The M8A1 landing mat system was widely used by U.S. forces to create temporary runways and helicopter landing areas in field conditions. These modular metal panels allowed aircraft operations in locations where permanent airfield infrastructure was not available.

Universal Military Pod and M8A1 Landing Mat - Cold War Aviation Ground Equipment

The universal military pod represented in this set reflects equipment carried by army aviation units for transport or supply roles. Combined with the landing mat sections, the kit allows modelers to recreate forward operating areas or helicopter landing zones typical of Cold War military aviation environments.

For modelers: The landing mat sections can be arranged to form small airfield surfaces or helicopter pads. Painting and weathering the panels separately before final assembly helps create a realistic metallic surface and ground integration.

Kit Contents

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

Paints and glue are not included.

Included marking options

• Universal Military Pod, 295th Aviation Company, 1972
• Universal Military Pod, Army National Guard, 1982
• Universal Military Pod, 113th Aviation Regiment, 1989

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/35
• Model (SKU): ICM53201
• Type: Diorama Set
• Subject: Universal Military Pod and M8A1 US Landing Mat
• Scene: Aviation ground equipment
• Subject country: United States
• Period: Cold War
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.

This model kit by ICM belongs to the diorama category and is presented in 1/35 scale.

FAQ

What is the M8A1 landing mat?

The M8A1 landing mat is a modular metal surface system used to create temporary runways or helicopter landing areas in field conditions.