ICM DS3522 Wehrmacht Maultiers 1/35

ICM DS3522 Wehrmacht Maultiers 1/35 is an exceptional plastic model kit dedicated to enthusiasts of military vehicles from World War II. The ICM brand has prepared a set of three half-track vehicles: KHD S3000/SSM and Ford V3000S/SSM in both cargo and ambulance versions. These models, reproduced in 1/35 scale, stand out for their excellent level of detail—every aspect of the chassis, body, and cabin has been designed with historical accuracy in mind.

These vehicles were widely used by the German military—Wehrmacht—during World War II. The Maultier type half-track trucks were developed in response to the harsh conditions of the Eastern Front, where traditional wheeled vehicles often became stuck in mud and snow. Machines such as the KHD S3000/SSM (based on the Klöckner-Humboldt-Deutz S3000 chassis) and Ford V3000S/SSM (using the Ford V30 chassis), produced from 1942 on, were used for transporting soldiers, ammunition, and equipment, as well as serving as ambulances and artillery tractors. They were also frequently used as platforms for anti-aircraft guns or as field ambulances.

• The set contains 3 models in 1/35 scale: KHD S3000/SSM, Ford V3000S/SSM—cargo and ambulance versions
• Historical period: World War II (Eastern Front, 1942-1945)
• User nations: Germany (Wehrmacht)
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• The kit does not include glue or paints—these are required for assembly and painting
• Includes decals with various marking options for model customization
• Rich in detail: finely rendered chassis, bodies, cabins, and equipment elements
• Category: plastic model kit for assembly

The kit is recommended for all intermediate and advanced modelers who value authenticity and want to recreate real wartime vehicles with rich histories. Building each model requires precision and focus, so we rate the difficulty level as 4 out of 5. It is a great choice for collectors of World War II vehicles and enthusiasts of field or frontline dioramas.

The Maultiers are an uncommon subject, less frequently seen than popular tank or armored car models, making the ICM DS3522 Wehrmacht Maultiers set a unique addition to any model collection and an excellent starting point for developing historical modeling skills.