ICM 35517 ZiL-131 KShM Soviet Army Vehicle (1/35)

The ICM 35517 ZiL-131 KShM Soviet Army Vehicle (1/35) model is a high-quality plastic kit representing the Soviet command and communications vehicle from the Cold War period. The 1:35 scale allows for a faithful reproduction of the real vehicle’s details in miniature, making this set an ideal choice for collectors and enthusiasts of historical modeling.

Historical Description and Application

The ZiL-131 in the KShM version (Kommandno-Shtabnaya Machina, Command and Staff Vehicle) was developed by the Soviet Union as a mobile command and communication center. These vehicles were used in various Soviet Army units from the early 1970s until the collapse of the USSR, and even after the fall of the Soviet Union – continuing service in the armed forces of former Eastern Bloc countries. The ZiL-131 KShM participated, among others, in Warsaw Pact maneuvers, playing a key role in commanding field artillery and missile units.

The main period of use for this model falls within the Cold War, but various versions were also used during UN peacekeeping missions and remain in use with the armed forces of post-Soviet states to this day. The model represents a specialist version, equipped – for its time – with advanced radio systems and command equipment.

Product Details

• Scale: 1:35
• User Nation: Soviet Union, Russia, and former Eastern Bloc countries
• Product Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Box contents: sprues with parts, clear window elements, photo-etched details, decals.
• Add-ons: accurately reproduced cab, interior details of the command section, optional radio accessories
• Does not include: paints, glue

Who do we recommend this for?

The ICM 35517 ZiL-131 KShM model is an excellent challenge for intermediate and advanced modelers, especially those interested in Cold War military vehicles. We recommend it to all fans of Soviet military technology, collectors of command vehicle models, and historical diorama builders. Due to the fairly detailed and delicate parts, the assembly difficulty is rated at 4/5. The model provides satisfaction from building and looks excellent as part of a collection of 1:35 scale military vehicles.