GERMAN TIGER I INITIAL PRODUCTION 1/48

Tamiya - German Tiger I Initial Production (Africa-Corps)

The German heavy tank Tiger I was one of the most famous tanks in WWII. The Tiger had the 88mm KwK 36 L/56 main gun which could knock out a Sherman at ranges of over 2km as well as 100m thick armor at the front and 80mm on the both sides. With 1,354 models produced by August 1944, the Tiger went through many variations. The characteristics of early production Tigers included gun port on the side of turret and front fender composed of a skidproof-board. In addition, there were "Feifel" air pre-cleaners for desert use, the storage box behind the turret and fenders on both hull sides. The distinctive feature of Tiger I tanks serving in sPzAbt 501 (501 heavy tank battalion) was the exhaust cover with the heat dissipation slit.
About the Model

• High-quality 1/48 scale assembly kit model of the Tiger I Initial Production heavy tank.
• Length: 175mm, Includes parts to accurately depict Initial production Tiger I serving in North Africa, such as gun port, exhaust cover, storage box, fenders and air filters.
• Die-cast chassis for added weight and realism.
• Tank treads are assembly type, with one-piece upper and lower tread sections featuring realistic sag effect.
• 2 types of markings included.
• 1 commander figure also included.