ICM 35721 WWI Italian Infantry in armor 1/35 - Plastic model kit

The ICM 35721 WWI Italian Infantry in armor 1/35 scale model is a unique set of plastic figures that transports the modeler to the realities of World War I on the Italian front. It features meticulously recreated Italian assault infantry in their characteristic personal armor, worn mainly by the volunteers of the famous "companies of death." This exceptional figure set allows for an accurate reconstruction of soldiers from this elite formation, which was one of the symbols of Italy’s war effort during 1915–1916.

• Scale: 1/35 – allows for high levels of detail and integration with dioramas and other military models
• Country of use: Italy
• Historical period: World War I (1914–1916, existence of units according to sources until 1916)
• Material: High-quality plastic ensuring crisp details and ease of handling
• Category: Plastic model kit – set of soldier figures
• Box contents: Detailed Italian infantry figures in their distinctive armor (Farina cuirasses, unique assault helmets, shields), period-correct personal weapons and gear elements; glue and paints not included
• Accuracy: Realistic representation of unit equipment based on historical documentation – ideal for diorama reconstructors and enthusiasts of Italian WWI armed forces

Historical background: Assault companies, known as the "companies of death," were created to break through fortified enemy positions. They received unique protective gear – steel cuirasses (most famously the Farina model), special helmets, and shields, replicas of which are included in this set. Intensively used for the first time in 1915–1916, these units gained significance during the bloody trench warfare on the Italian-Austrian front.

For whom?

The ICM 35721 WWI Italian Infantry in armor 1/35 model is designed for both intermediate and advanced military modelers (recommended difficulty: 3/5). It will be appreciated by history enthusiasts, diorama builders, and collectors of rare military formations. The level of detail and customization options make this set an exceptional base for historical reconstructions.

We recommend this kit to everyone who appreciates unique military history and to those looking for diorama elements from World War I, wishing to expand their collection with elite Italian assault infantry in full armor.