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| | Code: DM-63228 
Price: $59.95
Status: In Stock
Quantity in Cart: none
| Dragon Models 1:72 Armor Collector Series 63228
Henschel Sd.Kfz.181 Tiger Display Model
German Army sPzAbt 101, #222, Michael Wittmann, Normandy, France, 1944 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Henschel Sd.Kfz.181 Tiger | | 4.75" | | 2" |
Michael Wittmann was a highly decorated German tank commander during World War II, known for his prowess in armored warfare. Born on April 22, 1914, in Vogelthal, Bavaria, Wittmann joined the Waffen-SS in 1936 and rose to fame for his remarkable skills and tactical brilliance in commanding Tiger I tanks. He gained legendary status after the Battle of Villers-Bocage in June 1944, where he single-handedly destroyed numerous Allied tanks and vehicles. Wittmann was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross with Oak Leaves and Swords for his achievements. He died in combat on August 8, 1944, near Cintheaux, France. Production of the Tiger began in August 1942, and by August 1944 1,355 of these tanks had been built. The 88mm main gun was the most powerful anti-tank gun in use by any army. The superior mobility of Allied tanks allowed them to attack from behind or from the side in the hope of taking a Tiger down. The influence of Tiger tanks on allied morale grew to almost mythical proportions, and was known as "Tigerphobia." Tigers destroyed tremendous amounts of enemy equipment and often just the sight of a Tiger would induce the Russian tankers to withdraw. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Dragon Models "1:72 Dragon Armor Collector Series" range presents highly-detailed, ready-made plastic models of military vehicles. Dragon Armor tanks require no glueing or painting. Each model is an instant display piece or diorama centerpiece straight from the box and is 100% true to scale... these don't look like model tanks, they look like tanks!. Color, camouflage and unit markings are carefully researched for Maximum authenticity, marking the difference between and authentic scale model tank and a "toy" tank. Dragon Models "1:72 Dragon Armor Collector Series" display model vehicles feature: - Molded plastic construction (some releases include diecast metal components).
- Rotating turret, elevating cannon and accurate hull.
- Painted, fitted, non-moving tracks and detailed non-rotating wheels.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Clear acrylic display case to protect model.
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