M2 Bradley IFV 1:72 ICM 72912

Plastic military model kit: M2 Bradley IFV 1:72 ICM 72912

The M2 Bradley IFV model kit in 1:72 scale from ICM is an excellent choice for modeling enthusiasts and military history buffs. This detailed set allows you to recreate one of the most well-known American infantry fighting vehicles, which has played a key role in many armed conflicts since the 1980s.

Model characteristics:

• Scale: 1:72
• Manufacturer: ICM
• Catalog number: 72912

History and use of the M2 Bradley IFV:

The M2 Bradley IFV (Infantry Fighting Vehicle) entered service in the U.S. Army in 1981. It was designed as part of the Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle program, aimed at creating a vehicle capable of transporting mechanized infantry units and providing them with fire support. The vehicle was named after General Omar Bradley, a legendary commander from World War II. The Bradley IFV serves a dual role: it transports infantry troops and provides them with protection and fire support. It is equipped with a 25 mm M242 automatic cannon, which is the vehicle's main armament. Additionally, the Bradley has a TOW missile system for engaging heavily armored targets such as tanks.

The vehicle is characterized by high maneuverability and the ability to operate in difficult terrain, allowing it to work alongside M1 Abrams tanks. The M2 Bradley features an aluminum hull reinforced with steel plates, providing protection against projectiles up to 14.5 mm caliber. In later versions, additional armor was added, including steel plates and Kevlar anti-shrapnel inserts, increasing its weight to 33 tons.

The M2 Bradley played a significant role during the Gulf War from 1990 to 1991, where it destroyed more Iraqi armored vehicles than M1 Abrams tanks. During the Iraq War starting in 2003, the Bradley demonstrated resilience against improvised explosive devices and anti-tank grenades, although some vehicles were destroyed. In 2023, Bradleys were transferred to Ukraine, where they were used in combat against Russian armed forces.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. To assemble, separately sold modeling tools are needed (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.