Global Top1/48 Military Miniature Series No.103
1/48 SCALE GERMAN HEAVY TANK TIGER I EARLY PRODUCTION (EASTERN FRONT)
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Length: 175 mm. Image shows painted and assembled kit.
When it appeared in 1942, the Tiger I represented a significant evolution in German armor, with its heavy armor and powerful 88mm gun. Tiger Is produced between November 1942 and June 1943 can be termed early production versions, and featured a tubular cupola and hull rear air cleaners. Mainly deployed in new heavy armored battalions, early production Tiger Is were largely sent to the Eastern Front, where they enjoyed clear initial superiority.
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★This is a 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 175mm, width: 77mm. ★The bulky, heavily-armored Tiger I form is artfully rendered in 1/48 scale, with faithful depiction of early production vehicle features. ★Features a realistic depiction of the suspension, with assembly type tracks using one-piece straight sections. ★Install the included weights in the plastic lower hull to give the model a realistically heavy feel. ★Comes with 2 marking options, for tanks deployed on the Eastern Front.
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★The powerful form of the Tiger I is captured accurately in compact 1/48 scale, with moving turret and gun.
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★One-piece straight sections are employed in the assembly type tracks, which offer excellent detail.
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★The hull rear features early production air cleaners. Plenty of accessories give the model even more life.
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★There is plenty of detail on show despite the compact size, from accessories to fender hinges and much more.
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★This image shows the model with markings for the dark yellow 502nd Heavy Panzer Battalion scheme in Russia.
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★The plastic chassis contributes to a fuss-free assembly, and can be fitted with the included weights.
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★The kit comes with two marking options that can be used to depict Tiger Is fighting on the Eastern Front.
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Tamiya Colors required
Tamiya Colors for brush and airbrush painting
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Tools & PaintsLP-55 DARK YELLOW 2
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*Hull color
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Tools & PaintsLP-56 DARK GREEN 2
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*Hull color
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Tools & PaintsLP-57 RED BROWN 2
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*Hull color
ITEM No.82157
Tamiya Colors for brush and airbrush painting
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Tools & PaintsACRYLIC MINI XF-88 DARK YELLOW 2
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*Hull color
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Tools & PaintsACRYLIC MINI XF-89 DARK GREEN 2
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*Hull color
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Tools & PaintsACRYLIC MINI XF-90 RED BROWN 2
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*Hull color
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR X-10 GUN METAL
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-1 FLAT BLACK
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-52 FLAT EARTH
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ITEM No.0XF52 -
Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-56 METALLIC GREY
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-64 RED BROWN
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-84 DARK IRON
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Tools & PaintsTAMIYA COLOR XF-85 RUBBER BLACK
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ITEM No.0XF85
Useful finishing materials and tools
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Tools & PaintsMODELER'S PUNCH (2mm/3mm)
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Tools & PaintsFINE PIVOT DRILL BIT 1.0mm (SHANK DIA. 1.5mm)
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ITEM No.74134
Protecting your model from dust and dirt
Information is current as of May 7, 2022. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Tamiya plastic models can be a hobby for a lifetime, and you can get so much more out of the hobby with the tools, paints and finishing materials introduced in this guide.
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