Gecko Models 1:35 British ATMP WMIK (Airborne)

Gecko Models 1:35 British ATMP WMIK (Airborne)

The Gecko Models 1:35 British ATMP WMIK (Airborne) is a modern injection-moulded military vehicle kit depicting the British Army’s All Terrain Mobility Platform (ATMP) fitted with a WMIK (Weapons Mount Installation Kit) configuration.

This combination represents a highly mobile airborne support vehicle used by British forces for airmobile operations, reconnaissance, and weapons support roles.

About the vehicle

The real ATMP (All Terrain Mobility Platform) is a compact, highly versatile 6×6 vehicle designed for:

• airborne deployment

• cargo and equipment transport

• rapid mobility in difficult terrain

• support roles for airborne infantry

The WMIK configuration adds a roll-cage structure and weapons mounting points, allowing the vehicle to carry machine guns, grenade launchers, and other support weapons for patrol and fire-support roles.

Kit features

✔ 1:35 scale modern British military vehicle
✔ ATMP platform with WMIK roll-cage system
✔ Highly detailed suspension and chassis parts
✔ Includes figure (in most boxings)
✔ Photo-etched detail parts included
✔ Decals for markings and stowage options
✔ Multi-part construction typical of Gecko Models kits

Build characteristics

This kit is known for:

• very high detail level

• complex, multi-part engineering

• fine components and optional PE detailing

• accurate replication of modern British military hardware

It rewards careful assembly but can be technically challenging due to small parts and intricate subassemblies.

Skill level

Intermediate to Advanced

Best suited for modellers experienced with:

• multi-part vehicle assemblies

• photo-etched detailing

• fine alignment of complex substructures

• modern military subject builds

Not ideal as a first armour kit due to its complexity.

Recommended finishing options

✔ British Army green operational schemes
✔ Afghan or expeditionary deployment weathering
✔ Airborne / field support diorama settings
✔ Dust-heavy operational finishes
✔ Stowage-loaded patrol configurations

Ideal for

• modern British vehicle enthusiasts

• airborne forces modellers

• 1:35 scale armour builders

• diorama creators (Afghanistan / expeditionary themes)

• detail-focused military modelers

Summary

The Gecko Models 1:35 British ATMP WMIK (Airborne) is a high-detail modern military vehicle kit representing a British airborne mobility platform with weapons mounting capability, offering excellent realism and strong diorama potential, but requiring careful and experienced assembly due to its complexity.