IBG Models 1/72 Diamond T969 Wrecker with M2 Machine Gun (72085)

In this article I am going to tell you more about IBG Models 1/72 Diamond T969 Wrecker with M2 Machine Gun (72085). Name says it all, as we are getting special version of the famous truck. Moreover, even boxart shows one of the ideas for the build with this model. Packaging is typical for this brand, so sprues are separated into several bags. Let's open them all and take a closer look together.

By the way, here you can read review with another truck kit in the same scale.
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Watch this video-review where I show all parts even closer.

We are going to start with the first frame, where you will find wheels and also some front cab panels. It is nice to have plastic wheels as such parts should be easier to paint and weather.

Doors are molded separately, what might be handy for some build ideas. Moreover, IBG Models included engine parts here, something what is not expected in the small scale.

Wrecker version is different due to the rear setup, and it is nicely copied in small scale. Some parts might be very small due to the scale, but I think it is still possible to build a nice result.

Another difference is the new roof panel which can house machine gun on the top. Whole design is quite simple and effective.

PE fret comes as a standard bonus. Note that there are also some interior parts as well, so whole truck will get plenty of fine features.

Clear film looks fine, but might be cumbersome for beginners. There are no spare sections, so you will have only one try in cutting everything off.

Thin thread will be needed in order to copy the cable on the winch.

Decals sheet comes from Techmod, so you don't have to worry about any quality issues. There is only one marking option in the kit, but at least you get number register.

Assembly manual is typical for this brand. You can check all pages in the video-review.

New kit should be already available for purchase and I think it is a great choice for all fans of the small scale. In one box you will get all necessary items, and even PE is included as standard bonus. The only additional things it might be good to add is figurines and maybe some towed vehicle behind the truck. Overall design looks fine, and I didn't find any unusual solutions that will cause you any troubles.

Get this and other kits on official IBG Models website.