Takom 2202 Tiger I Sd.Kfz.181 Pz.Kpfw.VI Ausf.E - Early-Production Model With Steel Wheels And Zimmerit, Gruppe 'Fehrmann' 1/35

Category: Plastic model kit

Takom 2202 Tiger I Sd.Kfz.181 Pz.Kpfw.VI Ausf.E is a high-quality 1/35 scale model that faithfully replicates the German heavy tank from the early production series, used by the famous 'Fehrmann' Group in the final months of World War II. The offered kit allows you to recreate the version equipped with steel road wheels and the characteristic Zimmerit coating, designed to protect against magnetic mines.

Historical Information

The Tiger I Ausf.E is a legendary German heavy tank from World War II, with initial production runs from 1942–1944. The vehicles used by the 'Fehrmann' Group were an improvised unit formed in late 1944/1945, consisting of both late and early Tiger variants, which mainly served on the Western Front during battles in Germany. This model represents historical vehicles from 1945, when armored units were hastily reassembled to fight the Allies.

• Scale: 1/35 – precise detail reproduction in classic modeling size.
• Country of origin: Germany
• Period of use: World War II (1942-1945), especially battles in spring 1945.
• Historical variant: Early production model with steel wheels, featuring Zimmerit, used by the 'Fehrmann' Group.

Kit Specifications

• Material: high-quality plastic and photo-etched parts.
• Metal gun barrel for enhanced realism.
• Segmented tracks with specially prepared jigs for easier assembly.
• Clear parts, e.g., for optics and periscopes.
• Zimmerit texture factory-applied to the hull and turret.
• Four marking options and decals, presenting different vehicles from the 'Fehrmann' Group.
• 1/35 scale German tank crew figure included.
• Assembly instructions with color painting guides.

Recommendation and difficulty level:

The Takom 2202 Tiger I model is intended for experienced modelers and collectors of World War II historical vehicles. Its detailed craftsmanship, factory-applied Zimmerit, the inclusion of a metal barrel and photo-etched parts make it a choice for those who demand maximum realism and authenticity. We rate the assembly difficulty at 4/5 – the modeler is expected to have experience working with plastic kits, photo-etched parts, and decals.

Highly recommended for enthusiasts of German armored vehicles, historical dioramas, and for those interested in reconstructing specific units from the final period of World War II.