Tamiya 35179 Tiger I Etched Grille Set 1/35 – Photo-Etched Grilles for Tiger I

The Tamiya 35179 Tiger I Etched Grille Set 1/35 is a high-quality accessory designed to enhance the plastic 1/35 scale model of the Tiger I heavy tank, one of the most famous German armored vehicles of World War II. This product, created by the world-renowned Tamiya company, is dedicated specifically to the Tamiya 35146 kit, allowing modelers to achieve extremely realistic reproductions of the ventilation grilles covering the radiators and engine of this legendary machine.

Product characteristics:

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of original use: Germany (Third Reich)
• Historical period: World War II (years 1942–1945)
• Material: highest quality thin photo-etched metal sheet
• Category: modeling accessories and additions, photo-etched parts
• The set contains: precisely cut metal sheets to create detailed imitations of the steel ventilation grilles above the Tiger I tank’s engine compartment
• Compatibility: perfectly fits the Tamiya 35146 Tiger I model

Historical description and purpose:

The Tiger I tank was a powerful tool of the German army during World War II, used on the frontlines from 1942 until the end of hostilities in 1945. It took part, among others, in the Battle of Kursk and the battles in Normandy. The characteristic, densely ribbed ventilation grilles on the top of the hull were an extremely important technical element—they protected the engine and cooling systems from contamination while ensuring optimal ventilation. Thanks to the Tamiya 35179 set, modelers have the opportunity to realistically recreate this detail on their model.

Advantages and recommendations:

• Highly precise workmanship emphasizing the uniqueness and authenticity of the model
• Very thin elements represent the scale better than standard plastic grilles
• Ideal for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking a high level of detail
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – requires care and work with delicate photo-etched parts

We recommend the Tamiya 35179 Tiger I Etched Grille Set 1/35 to any modeler looking to give their German World War II Tiger I model the most realistic appearance, as well as to those who care about historical and aesthetic details. This is a proven upgrade that significantly raises the quality of your finished model.