ICM 35136 Unimog 404 S “Koffer” German military truck 1/35

The ICM 35136 Unimog 404 S “Koffer” model is a high-quality plastic assembly kit in 1/35 scale, replicating one of the most iconic German military vehicles of the post-war era. Offered by the renowned company ICM, this set depicts the military version of the Unimog 404 S with a "Koffer"-type box body – a distinctive enclosure used by the Bundeswehr as an ambulance, command vehicle, or communication truck.

• Scale: 1/35 – allows for realistic display next to other Cold War era military vehicle models
• Country of service: Germany (Bundeswehr), also operated by the armed forces of several other European countries
• Period of use: Cold War (produced from 1955 to 1980, intensively operated until the 1990s)
• Model material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Included in the kit: glue and paints are NOT included, but the kit contains detailed decals and clear instructions
• Category: plastic model assembly kit

The model faithfully captures the details of the Unimog 404 S, which became the standard vehicle for logistics, transport, and specialist support in the German army.
Historical examples: The Unimog 404 S was extensively used during numerous NATO exercises and foreign peacekeeping missions. It was often seen as a mobile workshop, field treatment center, or command vehicle. Notably, it served for over 30 years within Bundeswehr units, with more than 36,000 units in service in Germany alone.

Precisely manufactured parts allow for the recreation of realistic details of the cab, chassis, and "Koffer" box. Thanks to the clear instructions and high-quality material, the kit is suitable both as a project for intermediate and experienced modelers.
Assembly difficulty on a 1-5 scale: 3 – recommended for modelers with experience in building military models, but also accessible to ambitious beginners.

Recommendation: I highly recommend this model to all 20th-century military enthusiasts, collectors of German military vehicles, and modelers who wish to create a realistic Cold War era diorama. The Unimog 404 S “Koffer” is an excellent choice, combining high-quality sprues, an attractive historical subject, and great diorama potential for displaying the finished model.