- WWII German Tiger I Very Early Model from the 502nd Heavy Tank Battalion, Leningrad 1943 3in1 with Magic Tracks, Aluminum Gun Barrel, Metal Wire, 3D Printed Parts, and Figures
Experience the heightened realism of the Tiger I with included 3D printed parts.
About the Vehicle:
- The Tiger I was one of the most formidable tanks deployed by the German army during World War II. It was produced in 1942 and quickly sent to the Eastern Front to challenge the Soviet T-34 and KV-I tanks.
- The first unit to receive the Tiger I was the 502nd Tank Battalion near Leningrad, which amazed Soviet forces with its power.
- Due to rushed deployment, the very early models experienced some malfunctions, leading to repairs or even abandonment on the battlefield.
- Vehicle number 100, in particular, broke down during combat and was captured by the Soviets.
- The tank was unique with toolboxes attached to the sides of the turret, a modification made locally.
- The Soviets studied this captured vehicle to refine their strategy against the Tiger I.
About the Model:
- Recreates the very early German Tiger I in 1/35 scale.
- Features Magic Tracks for the tracks and an aluminum barrel, alongside latest 3D printed components for the muzzle brake and engine deck grill, enhancing realism.
- Offers a 3in1 kit build:
- Choose from the 502nd Heavy Tank Battalion's turret No. 100 with unique side boxes, turret No. 121 with a Panzer III Gepeckkasten, or a model with a river-crossing snorkel.
- Includes unique features like the side-mounted boxes on turret 100 and turret 121, detailed features for each model.
- River-crossing snorkel model includes a cover part for MG mount to reflect this configuration.
- Accurately captures the distinctive early production features, such as the specific cupola shape and smoke dischargers.
- Includes two soldier figures made from DS material capturing the Tiger I in action.
Key Features:
- New and single-piece 3D printed engine deck grille.
- Two styles of Bosch lights with varied mounting racks.
- Photo-etched mesh screens for the engine deck.
- Two soldier figures, including one with a camera.
- Precision-crafted aluminum gun barrel and metal smoke bomb rack with included smoke bombs.
- Buckets and crew uniforms included as additional parts.
- Constructible Magic Tracks for assembly.
- 3in1 kit offers choices between Turret No. 100, Turret No. 121, and the river-crossing snorkel variant.
- Flexible build options for the hatches, which can be assembled open or closed.
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