1:48 German Tiger I Early Production
Item #32504

DESCRIPTION
Answering the requests from AFV fans all around the world, Tamiya
is proud to introduce our first amazing tank to the 1/48 scale
Military Miniature Series. And what tank could be more
appropriate than the awesome Tiger I?! In a size that sits
comfortably in the palm of your hand, this is a must have for all
diorama fanatics and AFV collectors.

For our first tank release there was no looking past the Tiger I.
One of the most sophisticated and best engineered WWII tanks,
the Tiger I saw action across all fronts and remains one of the
most popular builds amongst AFV modelers. Lining this beautifully
detailed model with other 1/48 scale WWII vehicles or aircraft
and you will feel the true size and refined power of this amazing
war machine.

About the Tiger I

Towards the middle of WWII, the Wehrmacht was hard pressed on two
fronts, facing tough fighting against the superior Soviet T34
and KV-I tanks in the East, and retreating in the face of the
Allied offensive in North Africa. But in late 1942, German units
were assigned a powerful new war machine that far surpassed the
Panzer III and Panzer IV tanks: the Tiger I. Equipped with the
awesome 88mm main gun, 100mm thick armor at the front, 80mm armor
on the sides, and a 650hp Maybach engine, the Tiger I is widely
considered to be the most powerful and sophisticated tank of its
time. Henschel produced over 1,300 Tiger I heavy tanks during the
period of the war, ranging from initial production to modified
late production models. The approximately 200 models produced
from November 1942 to June 1943 are characterized as early
production models. Distinctive features of early production Tiger
I tanks include the large cylinder shaped cupola with a smoke
discharger and pistol ports on the turret. The Tiger I first saw
action against the Soviets near Leningrad, and went on to serve
with distinction on the Eastern, Western, Italian and African
fronts, gaining the fear and respect of its Allied foes.

About The Model

1/48 scale replica of the early production Tiger I featuring 1/35
Military Miniature series detail.
Overall length: 175mm, Overall width: 77mm
Die-cast chassis for extra weight and enhanced realism.
Tank treads are assembly type, with straight upper and lower
treads made of single piece for easy assembly.
Comes with decals for 4 different markings.