Dragon has already launched several 1/35 scale kits with moulded-on Zimmerit (e.g. Kingtiger, Panther) and these were welcomed with open arms by modelers of all persuasions. The ready-made Zimmerit saved hours of labour for modelers, plus it offered an instant solution to the problem of accurately portraying this unique German anti-magnetic paste. Dragon has added a spectacular new kit to the Zimmerit family, one that has been long awaited and eagerly anticipateda Tiger I Mid-Production! Furthermore, adding to its appeal, the inspirational box-top artwork comes from the skilled hand of Ron Volstad.Interestingly, this is also the very first 1/35 scale Tiger I Mid-Production type to appear in a Dragon box. The Tiger I is an iconic tank of WWII, and its legendary status extends well beyond the limited number of 1,355 that were built. Building upon Dragons masterly 1/35 Tiger kits previously released, this newest big cat comes with a full coating of Zimmerit produced to an extremely high quality in terms of the pattern and scale effect. The unique Zimmerit texture is different to that found on Late Tiger. The kit receives many new parts such as the turret, upper hull, rear plate and road wheels so it can accurately depict a Mid-Production variant. To ease assembly, the tank includes convenient DS tracks. This is truly a masterpiece that blends computerised technology with the touch of a skilled sculptor. This big cat is ready to prowl a diorama scene or to grace a display shelf!Newly designed Tiger I Mid- Production w/ZimmeritSlide-moulded muzzle brake includedRealistic ventilator with optional coverCupola ring delicately reproduced w/weld seamsMantlet produced as per originalSpare track links can be hung on turret sides2 damaged wheels and 2 spare tyres to model typical combat damageOne-piece DS tracks for easy assemblyMulti-directional slide-moulded cupola w/full detailOne-piece gun barrel w/subtle detailDriver’s and radio operator’s hatches w/interior detailsDelicately detailed cupola ring includedCupola has internal head-pad ringClear parts for individual periscopes in cupolaSeparate commander’s hatch swivel armDriver’s version port is movable upward/downwardNewly tooled Zimmerit moulded on hull plus turretWorking escape hatch can be assembled open/closedHeadlight can be omittedUpgraded details on hull bottom delicately produced to look realisticFinely detailed gun travel lock can be built in 3 configurationsDetailed sprocket and idler wheels includedIntricate road wheels and road wheel hubsPhoto-etched screens for engine deckExhaust shields rendered w/detailsDetailed multi-part jackIdler arms w/full detailsFinely detailed U-shaped tow hooksDetailed injection-moulded on-vehicle toolsSlide-moulded tow cable heads and delicate metal tow cables