ICM 1:35 Panhard 178 AMD-35 Command

The ICM 1:35 Panhard 178 AMD-35 Command is a plastic scale model kit of the French Panhard 178 armoured car (AMD-35) in its command variant, used during the early stages of World War II.

About the vehicle

The Panhard 178 AMD-35 was a highly regarded French armoured car known for its excellent mobility, strong armour for its class, and a 25mm main gun. It was used by French reconnaissance units during the Battle of France in 1940.

The command version was equipped with additional communications equipment and modified interior fittings, allowing it to serve as a mobile command and coordination vehicle for armoured formations.

After the fall of France, many captured examples were used by German forces as Beutepanzer, continuing service in secondary roles.

Key features

✔ 1:35 scale plastic model kit
✔ Depicts French Panhard 178 AMD-35 Command variant
✔ WWII Battle of France reconnaissance vehicle
✔ Modern ICM tooling with fine surface detail
✔ Suitable for early war European armoured themes

Condition notes

• Kit is complete with all parts included

• Includes decals and instructions

• Some parts have been lightly primed (in-progress build stage)

• Pre-owned item with partial assembly preparation

• Suitable for continued build or repaint

Typical build use

This kit is ideal for:

• Battle of France 1940 reconnaissance dioramas

• French armoured vehicle collections

• early WWII European campaign displays

• German captured vehicle (“Beutepanzer”) scenes

• command post or field coordination setups

Skill level

Intermediate

Suitable for:

• modellers familiar with vehicle kits and light preparation work

• builders interested in early WWII French armour

• those comfortable working with pre-primed or partially started kits

Ideal for

• WWII French armour enthusiasts

• early war European theatre collectors

• 1:35 scale AFV builders

• diorama-focused modellers

• reconnaissance vehicle displays

Summary

The ICM 1:35 Panhard 178 AMD-35 Command is a detailed model of a French WWII armoured reconnaissance command vehicle, notable for its mobility and communications role during the Battle of France and its later use in captured service by German forces.