ICM 24041 Benz Patent-Motorwagen 1886 with Mrs. Benz & Sons 1/24 – an exceptional model of a motoring legend

The ICM 24041 model represents a replica of one of the most important vehicles in history – the 1886 Benz Patent-Motorwagen, considered the world's first car powered by an internal combustion engine. This 1/24 scale kit is a plastic model assembly kit from the renowned manufacturer ICM, combining excellent detail with historically accurate features to provide an outstanding modelling experience.

Historical context and model details

The Benz Patent-Motorwagen, presented by Karl Benz in 1886 in Germany, revolutionized the world of automotive engineering. The construction was equipped with a single-cylinder, four-stroke engine with a capacity of 954 cm³ and a power output of 0.75 HP. The ICM 24041 model faithfully reproduces this unique mechanical layout, bringing the pioneering technical solutions from the late 19th century to the modeller’s bench. The kit also includes a carefully crafted figure of Bertha Benz and her sons, referring to Bertha’s famous journey in 1888 from Mannheim to Pforzheim – the first documented long-distance car drive.

• Scale: 1/24
• Country of use: Germany
• Historical period: Turn of the 19th and 20th century (ca. 1886–1900), the era of automotive pioneers
• Material: high-quality plastic, hard sprues
• Extras: figures of Bertha Benz and two sons included in the kit
• Category: plastic model assembly kit
• Detailed reproduction of the engine, body elements, characteristic large wheels, and the delicate vehicle frame

Why choose this model?

ICM 24041 Benz Patent-Motorwagen 1886 with Mrs. Benz & Sons 1/24 is an ideal choice for motor history enthusiasts, collectors of unique vehicles, and modellers who value precision workmanship. The kit offers a unique opportunity to recreate the dawn of motoring, with great attention given to detail and the possibility to display historical figures. The reconstruction of retro models at this scale allows for realistic painting and customisation, making it attractive to both intermediate and advanced modellers. The model is recommended for difficulty level 3/5.