ICM 1:35 2cm Flak 38 "WWII German AA Gun"

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ICM 1:35 2Cm Flak 38

“WWII German AA Gun”

Ref: 35717

 

Introduction

ICM is a well-known player in our modelling world, and over the years has consistently delivered increasingly detailed and intricate models. In this case, we have a small model with a big history, recognized by almost the entire modelling community.

The Flak 38 has been offered by several brands over the years, with varying levels of detail. Immediately, the classic Flak 38 from Tamiya comes to mind.

This offering represents a technological evolution in moulding techniques and finesse in model detailing.

What’s in the Box:

The small box allows you to identify and understand its contents, and you can consult the decoration options via the side of the box.

Inside the cardboard box, we find:

• 2 sprues (a total of 69 parts),
• a small decal sheet,
• an instruction booklet,
• and a colour catalogue from ICM

 

Sprue A:
Among the parts included on this sprue, the fully moulded weapon (in a single piece) stands out. The barrel is not hollowed out, and since the muzzle brake is conical, some care should be taken to detail this visible component of the assembly. The lower tripod base is also included in this sprue, moulded as a single piece. The gun mounting supports, including the rotating carriage components, are also present. The parts representing the cranks that control vertical and horizontal rotation are included on this sprue.

 

Sprue B
The central armour plate (which is optional to install) is present, along with the rivets that attach it to the gun’s frame. This armour, along with the side plates, is optional, allowing the final model to be displayed without these shields installed. The supports and components of the sighting system are included on this sprue, as are the inner halves of the gun mounting supports and the upper half of the tripod base, which is moulded as a single piece as well. The handles on this part are appropriately detailed for the scale.

 

Instructions:
A satin-finish booklet with clear building sequences (as typical of ICM instructions).

Four decoration options are provided, each with seven colour profiles featuring very original painting schemes that represent various theatres of operation where this military machine was deployed. The colour references are exclusively for ICM paints, but conversion to other brands is straightforward. The small decal sheet has good colour registration and should pose no issues during application.

Conclusion:
This is a small historical World War II military piece, previously represented by other brands, but the detailing here stands out, making it distinctive and noteworthy.

It is, in fact, an easy-to-build model of a classic in military modelling.

A recommended model, whether displayed in a simple vignette with a figure or as part of a complex diorama!

Thanks for ICM for the review sample!

[Martinnfb]

Great review, thank you.

 

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8 hours ago, Martinnfb said:

Great review, thank you.

 

Thanks for the words and for the picture of the flak without armour plates !