Dragon 6608 Tiger I Initial Production "Tunisian Initial Tiger" 1.kompanie s.Pz.Abt.501 DAK Tunisia 1942/43, scale 1:35

The Dragon 6608 Tiger I Initial Production "Tunisian Initial Tiger" model is a unique proposition for military history enthusiasts, especially for admirers of German armored vehicles from World War II. This model replicates the initial variant of the most famous heavy tank of the Wehrmacht – the Tiger I, in the early version used by the 1st company of schwere Panzer-Abteilung 501, a unit that was part of the Deutsches Afrikakorps (DAK) during the Tunisian campaign of 1942–1943.

The Tiger I tank was one of the most technologically advanced vehicles of its time, equipped with the 8.8 cm KwK 36 L/56 gun and powerful armor, which inspired respect on the battlefield. The "Initial Production" version refers to the first examples deployed at the front, featuring different construction details compared to later versions (e.g. early drive sprockets, unique exhaust layouts, specific fittings for on-board equipment).

• Scale: 1:35
• Country of use: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (North African campaign, years 1942–1943)
• Material: high-quality plastic (polystyrene)
• Kit contents: over 700 precisely cast parts, DS-type sectional tracks, photo-etched details for model enhancement, decals for 1.kompanie s.Pz.Abt.501 markings, optional components for recreating detailed production variants of the tank
• Category: plastic model kit for assembly
• Glue and paints not included (available separately)

The Dragon 6608 model has earned a reputation among experienced modelers for its perfect detail reproduction and high-quality injection-molded parts. It offers a realistic recreation of the running gear, precise historical markings, and the ability to assemble specific vehicle details used in Tunisia (dust air filters, special desert camouflage, etc.).

This kit is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 4/5) who appreciate historical accuracy and a wealth of details. Thanks to numerous configuration options, the model provides an excellent base for further work: weathering, dioramas, and presenting battle scenes from the African front.

If you want to expand your collection with an exceptional model of one of the most iconic tanks of World War II, the Tiger I Initial Production “Tunisian Initial Tiger” from Dragon is a choice that will fully satisfy every history and modeling enthusiast.