Academy Plastic Model Kit

German Tiger I (1/72) 13431

The Academy 1/72 scale Tiger I kit depicts Germany’s most famous heavy tank of the Second World War. Reboxed from Ace Corporation tooling, this kit provides finely detailed parts across four sprues, including semi-connected track sections for easier assembly. Armed with the powerful 8.8cm KwK 36 main gun and an MG34 machine gun, the Tiger I is faithfully represented with accurate hull and turret details, making it a rewarding build for enthusiasts of WWII armour.

• 1/72 scale plastic model kit
• German Tiger I heavy tank (SdKfz 181 PzKpfw VI Ausf E)
• Includes 8.8cm KwK 36 gun and MG34 machine gun
• Semi-connected track system for ease and detail
• Reboxed Ace Corporation tooling with sharp detail

History

The Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger I entered service in 1942 and quickly gained a fearsome reputation on the battlefield. Its thick armour and the 8.8cm KwK 36 gun allowed it to dominate most Allied tanks at long range, making it a formidable opponent in both offensive and defensive operations. Deployed on the Eastern Front, in North Africa, and across Europe, the Tiger I became a symbol of German armoured strength, though its heavy weight and mechanical complexity limited mobility and reliability. Despite being produced in relatively small numbers, it had a disproportionate impact on the course of battles, forcing the Allies to develop new tactics and stronger tanks. Today, surviving Tiger Is are preserved in museums, where they remain among the most iconic tanks of the Second World War.

Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.