Takom 2199 Tiger I Late Production w/zimmerit Sd.Kfz. 181 Pz.Kpfw. VI Ausf. E (Late/Late Command) 1/35

The plastic model kit Takom 2199 Tiger I Late Production w/zimmerit Sd.Kfz. 181 Pz.Kpfw. VI Ausf. E (Late/Late Command) in 1/35 scale is an excellent choice for modelers who value authenticity and a wealth of detailing. The offered set depicts the late version of the famous German Tiger I heavy tank used by the Wehrmacht during World War II, both in its standard and command versions.

• Scale: 1/35
• User country: Germany (Third Reich)
• Historical period: World War II (years 1943-1945)
• Deployment: Eastern Front, Western Front, Normandy, Ardennes battles
• Version: Late production with zimmerit anti-mine coating, configurable as a command vehicle
• Material: Plastic (high-grade polystyrene), clear parts, photo-etched metal pieces
• Tracks: Link-and-length, realistic segments
• Additional elements: Optional hatches for assembly in open or closed positions, new details for late Tiger I versions

The Tiger I Ausf. E tank became a symbol of the German armored might during World War II, known from battles at Kursk, Normandy, and the Battle of the Ardennes, among others. The presented model replicates the first heavy tank of the Wehrmacht produced on a larger scale, equipped with armor covered with zimmerit (an anti-mine compound), which was a key feature of late Tiger versions. The Command version allows you to build a tank with additional antennas and the characteristic details of a commander's vehicle.

The 2023 Takom kit surpasses previous editions with new parts and exceptionally high detail quality. Photo-etched metal components ensure a realistic representation of details, while clear parts allow for precise finishing of vision ports and periscopes. The link-and-length tracks make assembly of the track segments both easier and more impressive.

This product is especially recommended for intermediate to advanced modelers (difficulty level: 4/5) who seek historical accuracy and enjoy adding detail-up elements. It's also a perfect choice for building a diorama depicting the Wehrmacht's armored operations at the end of the war. The wide range of details makes it possible to create a unique example of one of the most iconic tanks of World War II.