1:35 Pz.Kpfw. VI Ausf. E Tiger I Initial Production s.Pz.Abt. 502 Leningrad Region 1942/3 - DRAGON

This legendary Tiger I kit is now reproduced under the famous Smart Kit label. The new kit features a Tiger I Initial Production tank of s.Pz.Abt.502. This heavy tank battalion is distinguished by the fact that it was the first to deploy the new Tiger I tank in combat. Formed in August 1942, s.Pz.Abt.502 arrived at the Leningrad front and was soon using its Tiger tanks in battle.

THE KIT:

• Newly tooled Pz.Kpfw.VI Ausf.E with authentic detail
• New tooled Pz.III stowage bin
• Newly tooled hull bottom with correct drains and hatches for Initial Tigers
• Newly tooled DS tracks with open guide horns; three lengths included to model either standard or 'mirrored' tracks
• New s.Pz.Abt.502 markings
• New layout of on-vehicle tools on upper hull
• Track toolbox is newly designed
• Unique side stowage bins and reversed pistol port for s.Pz.Abt.502 Tactical No."100"
• Photo-etched strap on the Gen2 helmet for hanging on the turret handle
• Accurate welded joint at turret chin
• Hull hatches with interior detail and optional periscope hoods
• Photo-etched mesh screen on top of the engine deck
• One-piece molded cupola with vision slits
• Clear direct-vision blocks
• Hatch with interior details
• Screw holes in gun sleeve
• Mantlets wit limits stops and optional rain guard for s.Pz.Abt.502 Tactical No."100"
• Lucky horseshoe for s.Pz.Abt.502 Tactical No."100"
• Interior hull components: fuel tanks, radiators, fans
• Extreme attention to detail correctly replicates the curved cross-section design of the air cooling grills
• Accurate detail of exhaust extension for Tiger I initial Tactical Nos."3", "100" and "123"
• Retooled rear panel with full Initial Tiger tool stowage
• Improved detail on muffler sealing valves
• Loader's hatch with interior details
• Barrel recoils as in real firing
• Driver's vision port can be built open/closed
• Spare links for 'mirrored' tracks
• Accurately sized spare track holders
• Detailed full MG with mounting frame ammunition bag and telescope
• Optional dust cover
• Omitting the front wheel exposes a highly detailed hub
• Accurately detailed slide molded muzzle brake