The Border Model 1:35 Pz.Kpfw.VI Tiger I - EARLY PRODUCTION - BATTLE OF KHARKOV model kit is a precisely engineered plastic model kit, dedicated to military history enthusiasts and scale modelers. This detailed kit in 1/35 scale allows you to build a replica of the famous German heavy tank Pz.Kpfw.VI Tiger I in its early production version, accurately representing vehicles that participated in the historic Battle of Kharkov.
The Pz.Kpfw.VI Tiger I, commonly known as the Tiger I, was a pivotal German heavy tank of World War II. Designed in response to the demand for more heavily armored and armed vehicles, it featured formidable armor and its main armament, the 88 mm KwK 36 L/56 gun – one of the most effective tank guns of its era. Its reputation as a dominant battlefield vehicle, capable of effectively eliminating enemy tanks from long distances, made it a symbol of German armored might.
Kit Contents and Key Features
The Border Model kit offers a comprehensive package for building a Tiger I in 1/35 scale. The box includes:
High-quality plastic sprues with precisely molded parts.
Detailed photo-etched parts, enhancing the model with fine details such as ventilation grilles or small handles.
A sheet of decals, allowing for the replication of historical markings and insignia of vehicles from the Battle of Kharkov period.
Plastic tracks, ensuring realism and ease of assembly.
Clear parts, e.g., for periscopes or optics.
A detailed assembly guide, leading you step-by-step through the building and painting process.
Model Construction and Painting
Assembling the Pz.Kpfw.VI Tiger I model requires precision and basic modeling skills. Plastic parts should be carefully cut from the sprues, then fitted and glued together using dedicated plastic cement. The assembly guide details the sequence of steps and suggests which components require painting before final assembly. After gluing and optionally filling any seams, the model should be painted with model paints according to the historical camouflage schemes provided in the instruction manual. Finally, the included decals are applied to the dried surface, giving the model an authentic look.
Recommended Materials and Tools (not included)
For proper assembly and finishing of the Border Model 1:35 Pz.Kpfw.VI Tiger I model, the following tools and materials are essential and are not included with the kit:
Sprue cutters for precise removal of parts from the sprues.
Hobby knife for trimming and removing mold lines.
Hobby file or sandpaper of various grits for smoothing surfaces.
Plastic cement.
Hobby brushes of various sizes or an airbrush for painting.
Model paints (acrylics, enamels, lacquers) consistent with the painting schemes provided in the instruction manual.
Should you have any questions regarding the selection of appropriate paints or accessories, our team will be happy to provide support and expert advice.
