Italeri 6565 VK 4501 (P) TIGER FERDINAND 1/35 – Plastic tank model kit

The VK 4501 (P) TIGER FERDINAND model in 1/35 scale from the renowned manufacturer Italeri is a highly detailed plastic assembly kit designed for experienced modelers and collectors of World War II armored vehicles. It is a faithful replica of the German prototype heavy tank, also known as the "Porsche Tiger." The VK 4501 (P) project was Porsche's response to a contest for a new heavy tank for the Wehrmacht, directly competing with Henschel’s design (Tiger I). Ultimately, Henschel’s vehicle was chosen, and the Porsche hulls were converted into Ferdinand (Elefant) self-propelled guns, which were used on the Eastern Front, including during the Battle of Kursk in 1943.

The model's historical period is World War II, with years of use – 1942-1945, mainly by Germany. The Italeri 6565 kit reproduces the prototype Volkswagen-Konstruktion 4501 (P) tank with its distinctive silhouette and construction details. Using this kit, you can build a realistic miniature of a vehicle that represented an important step in the development of German armored weaponry.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of origin/use: Germany
• Historical period: World War II
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: Plastic (high-quality polystyrene)
• Additional elements: Does not include glue or paints. Detailed assembly instructions included.

The Italeri 6565 kit stands out for its precisely reproduced hull, wealth of surface and texture details, realistic representation of the running gear, and suspension elements specific to the Porsche design. This model will certainly appeal to enthusiasts of German armored vehicles and collectors of unique prototypes.

We recommend this product for both advanced modelers and military collectors. Due to the complex assembly process and the high number of details, we rate the difficulty level at 4/5. Building this model will provide great satisfaction to enthusiasts of assembling World War II armored vehicles, allowing them to create a unique replica of a rarely seen vehicle.