Scale Model Kits from AMT

AMT: American Modeling Tradition Since 1948

AMT (Aluminum Model Toys) holds a storied place in American plastic modeling history, having introduced generations of enthusiasts to the hobby since its founding in 1948. Originally based in Troy, Michigan, AMT became synonymous with American automotive and science fiction modeling, leaving an indelible mark on popular culture.

The company began during the golden age of American automobiles, initially producing promotional models for car dealerships before transitioning to retail kits. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, AMT dominated the automotive modeling market, offering annual kits of the latest Detroit iron. Their relationship with major automakers gave them access to design specifications, allowing remarkably accurate miniature replicas of Chevrolets, Fords, and Chryslers that captured America's car-crazy imagination.

AMT's catalog extends far beyond stock automobiles. The company became famous for custom car kits, hot rods, and show cars that reflected American automotive culture's creative spirit. Their 1/25 scale became the standard for automotive modeling in North America, a dominance that continues today.

Beyond cars, AMT made significant contributions to science fiction modeling. Their legendary Star Trek kits from the 1960s and 1970s introduced countless young fans to model building. The company produced the iconic USS Enterprise, Klingon vessels, and other spacecraft that remain highly collectible. They've also offered trucks, movie and TV vehicles, and even occasional aircraft.

AMT has changed ownership multiple times over the decades, currently operating under Round 2 LLC, which has revitalized the brand by reissuing classic toolings and developing new subjects. While some older AMT kits show their age with raised panel lines and simplified details, newer releases incorporate modern standards.

For modelers seeking classic American automotive subjects or nostalgic science fiction kits, AMT represents an essential piece of modeling heritage that continues evolving while honoring its distinguished past.