Tiger I Initial Production - 4in1 - sPzAbt. 502 - 1/35

Tiger I Initial Production - 4in1 - sPzAbt. 502

1/35 scale plastic model kit of the german Tiger I (Sd.Kfz. 181 - PzKpfw. VI Ausf. E) Initial Production, schwere Panzerabteilung 502 (s.Pz.Abt. 502).

About the model:
- 1/35 scale plastic model assembly kit
- Highly detailed model
- Link and length tracks included
- Assembly jig for tracks included
- Photo-etched parts included
- Clear-parts included
- Turned aluminum gun barrel included
- All hatches can be assembled open or closed
- Markings for four Tanks of the schwere Panzerabteilung 502:
  Turret No. 3
  Turret No. 100
  Turret No. 111
  Turret No. 123

Historical background:
The 502nd Heavy Panzer Battalion was the first German unit to field the new Panzer VI “Tiger I” in combat. In the summer of 1942, the battalion received its first four tanks, soon deployed to the Leningrad sector on the Eastern Front.

On 16 September 1942, these Tigers saw their first action in swampy terrain against Soviet positions. While their powerful gun and armor proved formidable, early mechanical issues and engine failures were still common.

Despite these initial challenges, this engagement marked the beginning of the Tiger I’s legendary combat record. The 502nd Battalion would go on to become one of the most successful heavy tank units of the war, setting new standards in armored warfare.