TAMIYA - King Tiger "Production Turret" 1/35 Scale Plastic Model Kit (35164)

King Tiger "Production Turret". TAMIYA 1/35 SCALE MILITARY PLASTIC MODEL KITS. In order to counter the increasing threat of Russian tanks during the latter part of the Second World War, Germany began development of a new heavy tank in February 1943. Officially designated the Panzerkampfwagen VI-B Tiger. II, but better known as the King Tiger, it featured thick armor and a powerful main gun. Henschel and Porsche, who had prior experiences in the manufacture of heavy tanks, came up with rival prototypes incorporating ifferent turret configurations. After trials, the Henschel design was adopted for production. The King Tiger carried the Type 43 L71, 88mm high velocity main gun which was. capable of penetrating 170mm thick armor plate at a distance of 1000 meters. FEATURES: Detailed plastic parts attached to sprues and molded in light brown and black.. Highly accurate static display model. Accurately reproduced exterior. Authentic 88mm gun with loading breech. One lifelike commander figure. Detailed flexible tracks. Thick armor included. Machine gun mounted on the front hull section and on the turret. Escape hatch included. Vinyl netting for air intake cover. Waterslide decals.Detailed pictorial instructions.ASIN: B00061H4AW
Alternate Title: Tamiya King Tiger Production Turrer 1/35 Military


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