Tamiya 1/48 scale plastic model kit of the German Tiger I (Early Production) with metal hull weights and two marking options.

Key Features

• 1/48 scale German Tiger I (Early Production)
• Updated version of Item 32504 — now with plastic (not diecast) lower hull parts
• Metal chassis weights for a realistic heavy feel
• Assembly-type tracks with one-piece straight sections
• Two marking options included

Overview

This model kit recreates the German Heavy Tank Tiger I Early Production. It is an updated version, originally released as Item 32504 (with die-cast lower hull) in 2004. The Tiger I was one of the most powerful heavy tanks during WWII and its variations span early to late production vehicles. 200 early production vehicles were produced from November 1942 to June 1943 and they were in service in Tunisia from the end of 1942 and on the Eastern Front.

H parts (lower hull) are from Item 32575 (1/48 German Tiger I Late Production), and E parts (turret) and F parts (upper hull) based upon Item 32504 are modified for plastic parts assembly. Lower and side hull are depicted by separate parts, replacing the diecast one-piece hull of Item 32504. Metal chassis weights give the model a realistic heavy feel.

Features

• 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 175mm, width: 77mm
• H parts (lower hull) from Item 32575; E and F parts modified from Item 32504 for plastic assembly
• Lower and side hull depicted by separate parts (diecast one-piece hull in Item 32504)
• Assembly type tracks have one-piece straight sections
• Metal chassis weights give the model a realistic heavy feel
• Two marking options: 503rd Heavy Panzer Battalion (3-colour camouflage pattern) or 502nd Heavy Panzer Battalion (overall Dark Yellow)

Specifications

• Scale: 1/48
• Length: 175mm
• Width: 77mm
• Construction Type: Assembly Kit
• Decals: Included
• Marking Schemes: 2

Included Items

• 1x Model Kit
• 1x Decal Sheet
• 1x Instruction Manual

Required Items

• Cement
• Paint and Finishing Supplies
• Modelling Glue
• Tweezers
• Scissors
• Modelling Knives
• Modelling Files

Paints Recommended by Tamiya: TS-5 Olive Drab, XF-62 Flat Olive Drab, X-1 Gloss Black, X-7 Gloss Red