ICM 35567 Eritrean battalions of the Italian Colonial Army (1939-1940), 1/35 scale

ICM 35567 Eritrean battalions of the Italian Colonial Army (1939-1940) is a 1/35 scale plastic figure model kit depicting soldiers from the Eritrean battalions serving in the colonial army of the Kingdom of Italy just before the outbreak of World War II. Produced by the renowned company ICM, this kit allows you to recreate the atmosphere of battles in East Africa, offering the possibility to realistically depict combat scenes from this little-known but important conflict.

These models depict soldiers from units known as "Ascari," who played a significant role in Italian colonial forces from the late 19th century up to World War II. In the years 1939–1940, the Eritrean battalions participated in battles during the East African Campaign, operating mainly in the territories of present-day Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia, where they fought both Allied forces and local partisans.

• Scale: 1/35 – ideal for integration with dioramas and military vehicles of the same scale.
• User country: Kingdom of Italy, Italian colonial army.
• Historical period: World War II, 1939–1940.
• Material: the set is made of high-quality plastic; parts are finely detailed, with sharply defined clothing and weapon features.
• Contents: in the box you will find figures of soldiers in distinctive colonial uniforms, equipped with period weapons; the manufacturer does not include photo-etched or resin accessories, but the sprues provide high-quality detail.

This product belongs to the category of plastic model kits – military figures. The set is perfect both as a standalone collector's item and as a part of a diorama, adding a realistic colonial battalion element to any historical scene. Due to the level of detail and the number of small parts, the suggested assembly difficulty is 2.5/5. We recommend it primarily for intermediate modelers and all enthusiasts of unique historical subjects who wish to expand their collection with less-known aspects of World War II.

ICM 35567 Eritrean battalions of the Italian Colonial Army (1939-1940) is an excellent choice for anyone who appreciates high-quality craftsmanship and close attention to historical detail—discover the fascinating stories of Italy's colonial forces and create your own unique diorama of the African war theatre!