The ICM 1/35 Type AG 1910 London Taxi (kit no. 35658) is a detailed plastic model kit depicting an early 20th‑century taxi widely used in London before World War I.

Overview

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1:35
• Subject: Renault Type AG‑1 “London Taxi” (circa 1910)
• Parts: approx. 99 pieces 
• Length (built): ~106 mm
• Height: ~61 mm 

This kit represents one of the most recognizable early taxi designs, used extensively in London from about 1908–1914 due to its reliability. 

Vehicle Background

The real Renault Type AG:

• Introduced around 1907 as a purpose‑built taxi 
• Featured a landaulet body:
  • Enclosed rear passenger cabin
  • Open or partially covered driver’s seat
• Powered by a small 2‑cylinder engine (about 8–10 hp)
• Became a staple taxi in both Paris and London

These vehicles are historically notable and even played roles in WWI (e.g., French “Taxis of the Marne”). 

Kit Contents

Inside the box you typically get:

• Plastic sprues (about 4 main frames) with vehicle parts
• Clear parts (for windows/lights)
• Rubber/vinyl tires
• Decal sheet for markings
• Assembly instructions with painting guide

Paint and glue are not included and must be purchased separately.

Detail & Features

Despite its smaller part count, the kit offers good detail for its scale:

Structural detail

• Detailed chassis and suspension
• Compact but realistic 2‑cylinder engine
• Full passenger compartment interior
• Separate body panels for accurate assembly

Exterior features

• Classic boxy taxi body with canopy driver area
• Period details such as:
  • Headlamps
  • Horn (often modeled separately)
  • Fenders and spoked wheels

The kit is designed as an accurate representation of the British‑market taxi variant.

Build Characteristics

• Skill level: Beginner to intermediate
• Relatively low parts count (~99) makes it accessible
• Clean parts molding, though some pieces may need careful cleanup (typical for small components) 

Modeling Uses

This kit is well suited for:

• Early 20th‑century street scenes
• Pre‑WWI or WWI dioramas
• Civilian or historical transport displays
• Pairing with 1:35 figures (military or civilian)

Summary

The ICM 1/35 Type AG 1910 London Taxi kit provides:

• A compact, historically important vehicle in a popular scale
• About 100 parts with good detail but manageable complexity
• A distinctive landaulet taxi design ideal for dioramas
• A solid balance of simplicity and accuracy

 It’s an excellent choice if you want a unique early automotive subject that fits well alongside 1/35 scenes without the complexity of larger multi‑hundred‑part kits.

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