Description
The Soviet IMZ‑Ural M‑72, based on the German BMW R71 design, was a rugged motorcycle‑and‑sidecar combination built for harsh Eastern Front conditions. Its robust construction and two‑person capacity made it ideal for reconnaissance teams, messengers, and infantry support units. Though not fast, it handled mud, snow, and poor roads effectively, reflecting Soviet priorities for durability over refinement. The sidecar often carried a machine gun, giving mobile firepower to advancing or retreating troops. Despite limited comfort and crude engineering, the M‑72 proved a reliable workhorse that contributed significantly to Soviet mobility in both offensive and defensive operations.
- Country/Army: Soviet
- Material: UV Cured resin
- Painted by: MarDav Miniatures and FroggyPaints
- Original Designer: Wargame3D
- All models are produced under license with the original designer.
- These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
- Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
- Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown due to material availability and differences in batches.
- Photos show 28mm models unless noted otherwise.
- All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
- Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
- Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These may be sourced from a different designer to the one noted above and the model may differ in details such as lacking camo netting, stowage, having a chunkier weapon barrel, tracks etc.
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