Skill 4 Model Kit German Sd.Kfz.181 Pz.Kpfw VI Tiger I (Early Production Model) Heavy Tank 1/32 Scale Model by Metal Proud

Brand new 1/32 scale diecast and plastic model kit of German Sd.Kfz.181 Pz.Kpfw VI Tiger I (Early Production Model) Heavy Tank "Schwere Panzerabteilung 505, No. 100, Kursk" (July 1943) (Skill 4) 1/32 diecast and plastic model kit by Metal Proud. Brand new box. Realistic suspension. Working metal tracks. Vintage style packaging. Officially licensed product. Aluminum CNC gun barrel. Maybach HI230 P45 engine. Open hatches and removable fenders. Paint and cement required (not included). Diecast mantlet, one-piece turret, upper hull. Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately L-10.47, W-4.53, H-3.7 inches assembled. Parts molded in RAW METAL and YELLOW, unless otherwise indicated. HISTORY ASPECTS: The German Sd.Kfz.181 Tiger (Early Production Model) "Engine Plus Edition" was a formidable heavy tank used by the German army during World War II. The tank was first introduced in July 1943 and was used in the Battle of Kursk on the Eastern front. It was operated by the Schwere Panzerabteilung 505, No. 100. The Tiger tank had a powerful 88mm main gun, heavy armor, and advanced suspension that made it a formidable opponent on the battlefield. The early production model had a few minor differences from later models, including a simpler commander's cupola and a different mantlet design. During the Battle of Kursk, the Tiger tanks were deployed as part of a German offensive against Soviet forces. The tanks were highly effective in combat and were responsible for destroying many Soviet tanks and other vehicles. However, the Tiger tank was not invincible and suffered from mechanical issues and other vulnerabilities. The "Engine Plus Edition" 1/32 scale model of the Sd.Kfz.181 Tiger (Early Production Model) is a highly detailed replica that includes additional engine detail not found in other models. It is a must-have for collectors and World War II enthusiasts who want to own a piece of history. With its intricate details and accurate design, this model will be a standout in any collection.