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During the First World War, the positional nature of hostilities and the high saturation of combat formations with machine guns and rapid-fire artillery forced them to look for ways to protect soldiers individually. In the German army, shells made of multicomponent steel became such protection. The release of this armor, also known as the Grabenpanzer, began in the spring of 1916. The weight of these shells reached about 10 kg, and its armor thickness was about 3 mm. The structure consisted of four plates connected by straps, which in turn gave the armor some mobility. Grabenpanzer was quite effective in protecting against pistol bullets and projectile fragments, and in part against bullets fired from rifles. The production of this armor continued until the end of the war, and the number of kits released, according to some estimates, reached about 500,000 copies.

1/35 WWI German Infantry in Armor by ICM delivers unusual First World War figure detail for military diorama builders and historical model collectors.

Featuring: Armoured assault troop figures: Includes soldiers equipped with steel body armour for trench assault roles.

Period weapons and gear: Rifles, helmets and field equipment matched to late war German infantry.

Sharp sculpted poses: Suitable for trench scenes, battlefield displays and figure painting projects.

Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate): Length: 5.0 cm (average figure footprint) Width: 3.0 cm (average figure footprint) Height: 5.0 cm Technical Specifications: Scale: 1/35 Manufacturer: ICM Model: WWI German Infantry in Armor Parts count: Approx. 45 parts Material: Injection-moulded plastic Assembly: Required Paint/Glue: Required (not included) Recommended Age: 14+ Track Type: Not Applicable Figures Included: Y Perfect for: First World War diorama builders, figure painters, 1/35 military collectors, and hobbyists interested in trench warfare subjects.

Why this kit matters During the later years of the First World War, German assault units experimented with personal armour to improve survival during close combat attacks.

Steel breastplates and protective equipment were issued to selected troops expected to lead trench assaults under machine gun and rifle fire.

These heavily equipped infantry were often linked with stormtrooper tactics, where speed, surprise and close engagement were used to break defensive lines.

Their appearance reflected how rapidly battlefield equipment changed under the pressure of trench warfare. A 1/35 scale plastic model kit of German infantry in armour offers a rare subject from the closing phase of the war.

How to use it Build using paint and glue.

Display proudly once finished, at home or in your collection cabinet.

This is a plastic model kit.

Assembly, paint, and glue are required.

It is not a toy.

Key Specifications

• Scale: 1/35

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