Brand new plastic model kit of Tiger I Early Version Tank "Operation Citadel" with 2 Scheme Options (Level 3) 1/35 plastic model kit by Airfix.
Brand new box.
Vintage style packaging.
Officially licensed product.
Contains 200+ detailed parts.
Does NOT include display stand.
Paint and cement required (not included).
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Parts molded in Light Brown unless otherwise indicated.
Includes decals to design the tank in 2 different schemes.
Dimensions approximately L-9.48 W-4.01 inches assembled.

HISTORY ASPECTS:The Tiger I Early Version officially designated Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger Ausf. E made its fearsome debut in late 1942. By the summer of 1943 it had become a central asset in Germany’s armored warfare strategy especially during Operation Citadel the German offensive at Kursk. This operation launched in July 1943 marked the largest tank battle in history and was a crucial test for the early Tiger I in mass combat. Armed with the powerful 88mm KwK 36 L/56 gun the Tiger I had unmatched firepower and heavy frontal armor that made it nearly impervious to most Soviet anti-tank weapons at medium to long range.During the Battle of Kursk Tiger I units such as the Schwere Panzer-Abteilung 503 and 505 were deployed to spearhead assaults through Soviet defensive lines. Despite their superior armor and guns the Tigers faced overwhelming numbers of Soviet T-34s heavily mined terrain and layered defenses. In these grueling conditions the Tiger’s mechanical reliability was put to the test. Though they inflicted significant losses the slow advance and mechanical issues meant they could not achieve a breakthrough and Operation Citadel ultimately failed marking a turning point on the Eastern Front.Nevertheless the Tiger I’s performance in Kursk cem