Ambulance Model T 1917 with American medical personnel 1:35 ICM 35662

Plastic model car kit: Ambulance Model T 1917 with American medical personnel 1:35 ICM 35662

The plastic model kit Ambulance Model T 1917 with American medical personnel in 1:35 scale from ICM is a unique offering for model-making enthusiasts and automotive history lovers. This set allows you to recreate one of the most iconic medical vehicles from World War I, which played a key role in the evacuation of the wounded from the battlefield.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:35
• Manufacturer: ICM
• Catalog number: 35662

Decal with 4 marking variants:

• Model T 1917 Ambulance, USA, 1917
• Model T 1917 Ambulance, 524 SSU A.E.F., France, 1918
• Model T 1917 Ambulance, 625 SSU A.E.F., France, 1918
• Model T 1917 Ambulance, 36 SS, French Army, France, 1918

Contents of the set:

• Model of the Ambulance Model T 1917
• 4 figures: medic, nurse, and two wounded American soldiers from World War I

History and significance of the Ford Model T: The Ford Model T, produced by the Ford Motor Company from 1908 to 1927, is widely regarded as the first car available to the masses, enabling automobile travel for the American middle class. Its relatively low price was a result of efficient production, including the use of assembly lines instead of manual manufacturing. Thanks to mass production, the price of the Model T dropped from $780 in 1910 to $290 in 1924.

The Model T, also known as "Tin Lizzie," was recognized as the most influential car of the 20th century in the Car of the Century competition in 1999, surpassing models such as the BMC Mini, Citroën DS, and Volkswagen Beetle. The success of the Model T was due not only to its affordability but also to the fact that it became a symbol of innovation and modernization in the United States. With over 15 million units sold, it was the best-selling car in history until it was surpassed by the Volkswagen Beetle in 1972.

The Model T 1917 in ambulance version was a key element of American medical forces during World War I. Its reliability and simple construction made it an ideal vehicle for the rapid evacuation of the wounded from the front lines, contributing to the saving of many lives.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. Assembly requires separately sold modeling tools (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g., Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.