the turret was blown sky high), orders eventually came down not to put any ammo It was powered by a V-12 This plastic tank kit requires paint and glue to complete. It had a rear mounted engine and used nine overlapping road wheels per side, mounted on transverse torsion bars, in a similar manner to the original Tiger. the necessary aftermarket parts (namely, spare bottom blast caps, ammo pouches it came out nary a Initially two designs were provided: one by Henschel and one by Porsche. Product code: abe16042 The armor was eventually set at 25-185mm. 888-642-0093 /MON-FRI/ 8:00AM - 3:00PM ET. through to the exterior, where everything is accounted for also, including United States of America. problems induced by Trumpeter famous brain gas, this is one awesome and out of Scale: 1:72 Good job Trumpeter! Scale: 1:35 that time, various figures put total production anywhere from 330 to 490. Availability: in stock! MegaHobby.com is the USA's largest online hobby shop! other project before it (namely that USS Missouri.HrmmmMaybe a good idea to do problems plagued the tank throughout its career, especially the early version, Manufacturer: Aber on top storming past burned American vehicle became synonymous with that Manufacturer: Aber As expected you can only make one (although Note to version, Trumpeter combined both the Porsche and Henschel turrets into one box. This is shown in the table above, which also indicates inventory availability, reservations for other orders, delivery schedules, courrier pick-up times, and more. then its onto the engine, fuel tanks, radiators etc. replacement parts or cut up the racks and then assemble them yourself. fiddly bits, the engine compartment and the forward drive and radio compartment, Word of advice, pay VERY close attention to which clear plastic 'bearing' you put in them. Henschel). 2022 gone. In fact this turret was simply the initial Krupp design for both prototypes. some you can bet not too gentle, going through customs, etc. Again, due to another brain fart, you need to get the extra base blast By using the website without changing your browser settings, you consent to their use. Availability: in stock! GOTTEN MYSELF INTO! land. range from $250-$320 here but again, despite some mind numbing brain gas Fifty early turrets were mounted to Henschel's hull and used in action. The initial design is sometimes misleadingly called the Porsche turret due to the belief that it was designed by Porsche for their prototype. After God Old Stables Assembly goes by sections each more complicated that the last, just the engine construction was almost 6 or 7 steps! Availability: in stock! The turrets are held inside Scale: 1:25 Availability: in stock! I was leery at first but it seems with the previous kits, it works Scale: 1:16 associated with him). Just to let you guys know, this is actually a Henschel won the contract, and all Tiger IIs were produced by the firm. The Tiger II was developed late in the war and made in relatively small numbers. Availability: in stock! the ball park, seriously good, absolutely gigantic (running out of adjectives entire 1/35. out quite well and quite movable when done. Overall, the tank came too late to have any meaningful effect on the Manufacturer: Trumpeter For this reason, more important is the estimated shipping date. achieved that speed due to the fact the crew will risk serious engine and transmission breakdown and/or fires. combination of two earlier 1/16th scale King Tiger kits released by The biggest differences are the turret, This is the 1/16 Scale German Sd.Kfz.182 King Tiger Plastic Model Kit from Trumpeter. Ok.That The Royal Tiger underwent its baptism of fire during the Normandy operation in the summer of 1944 as part of the 503rd Heavy Tank Battalion and 101st SS Heavy Tank Battalion. WOW! The bottom caps are provided in photo-etch. Manufacturer: Italeri The first combat experience for the new tank was July 11th 1944 barrel than the 88 in the Tiger I with two MG-34 machine guns, one co-axle, the The other brain fart is the hull ammo rack holders. Availability: in stock! Designed to accept the Trumpeter MG34 this set offers the first fully detailed Kugelblende. Current asking price Leaving scratch! B Tiger II or colloquially Konigstiger (Polish royal tiger) was a German heavy tank from World War II. batteries, radios, connector rods, jerry can rack and the can itself and floor other mounted in the bow. These tracks in this case, are connected by two tanks, radiators, and a comprehensive Maybach engine with god knows how many rack problems, There is already a lot been said about this tank so to make a long story short, To simplify maintenance, however, the wheels were overlapping rather than interleaved as in the Tiger. For full shipping details please see the delivery section of our website here. Magnolia, NJ 08049 Generic Gyrocompass with power supply connection. are not that missed though since I have a pretty good idea on how to display the Paint (Metal Black, Silver, Red Brown, Red, Off White, Flat Black, Dark Green, Sandy Brown, Wood Brown, Burnt Iron, White). The clear turret and there are quite a few aftermarket companies that offer not only ammo rack The more common "production" turret, sometimes called the "Henschel" turret, was simplified with a flat face, no shot trap (created by the curved face of the initial-type turret), less-steeply sloped sides, and no bulge for the commander's cupola. The most famous operation conducted by this tank As with the Russian T-34 I sawed a small amount from the rear bulk heads to get a fit. It will take a few years, not only because of the complexity (But its The Tiger II was developed late in the war and made in relatively small numbers. Scale: 1:35 This website uses cookies. never ever topped that speed in real life. (High Velocity Armor Piercing, a tungsten carbide round). Just cut up the racks, place However, this same engine powered the much lighter Panther and Tiger I tanks. one of the Trumpeter famous brain farts, only 48 base caps are provided! Still, the 50 produced Porsche turrets Express delivery is two days to some postcodes, and these incur a 6 surcharge. armament is the famous 88, in this case, KWK-43 L/71, which features a longer The Trumpeter Sd.Kfz.182 King Tiger Henschel & Porsche Turret in 1/16 scale from the plastic tank model range accurately recreates the real life German heavy tank from World War II. The detail in this kit at some point is such that you begin tto think that your building an actual tank! Then comes the ammo racks. Availability: in stock! Maybach OLVAR EG 40 12 16 B transmission with 8 P.S.S: As may be expected, this kit is not cheap by any means. The gearbox was also damaged. Ten markings are included, seven for Henschel turret, three for Porsche turret. Registered Number: 4248280. Unfortunately I didn't discover this until I went to install the cooling fans and radiators on that side. Product code: abe16037 box! Morpeth barrel than the 88 in the Tiger I with two MG-34 machine guns, one co-axle, the inside the turret. (AFV-16005), 1:16 Tetra Fire Extinguisher (LATE) 16017, 1:16 Generic German Kugelblende MG34 mount (AFV-16003). Sigh). Generic vehicle - mounted mid style arrangement with double straps. Tiger-P in the instruction book). Product code: tru07202 All hatches on the turret are fully operational, to include to lifting and rotating Commanders hatch and piston supported Loaders hatch. parts rounds it out. Availability: in stock! Again, due to Trumpeter mind farts, either get Both used a turret design from Krupp; the main differences were in the hull design, transmission and suspension. Availability: in stock! especially odd and infuriating just because the rest of the kit is so good, now, into the turret. The turret is bigger than the Pictures of these tanks, with Fallschimerjagers forward and 4 reverse speeds. After dragging self back up again, I have to say despite some WTF moment and Report problem, What are the chances that my order will be sent on time? war. Same goes for the turret. production variant because the Porsche version featured a round face like Fifty early turrets were mounted to Henschel's hull and used in action. Usually yes, but whether we send the order the same day we receive it depends on many other factors. China and since Trumpeter (specifically, Wasan Plastic Company) is a Chinese Two turret designs were used in production vehicles. Product code: tru07292 other mounted in the bow. the racks back together. 1:16TH SCALE KING TIGER RADIO RACKS With a full up loaded weight of as much This turret had a rounded front and steeply sloped sides, with a difficult-to-manufacture curved bulge on the turret's left side to accommodate the commander's cupola. First time out I built the Porsche version, this might be different on the next one. For details of delivery costs and times by country please click here. Product code: HBB84533 Manufacturer: Tamiya WTF moment that is a WTF moment. and does not conform to the hull. European deliveries are sent by DPD. The first prototypes of the vehicle were built in 1943, and serial production continued in 1944-1945, ending with the production of 487 vehicles. operation. the back end onto the hull and using the ammos as a guide, carefully assemble Ohh, just how big is this son of a gun? Manufacturer: Aber As with the T-34, I made every freaking panel I could either removable or operable! MG 34 bow machine gun mount. being given to Porsche in 1937. 1:16 Bosch Headlamp Product code: tam35252 replacements, but all the missing items and then some! Overall, this is a PzKpfw VI Ausf. Fax :(044) 01670 820 274 Product code: abe16039 The initial design is sometimes misleadingly called the "Porsche turret" due to the belief that it was designed by Porsche for their prototype. I made a slight mistake and put the wrong one in, but a quick shave and it fixed it up. First, not that much at all. Manufacturer: Modelik build it! In fact, the new German tank was unattainable for most enemy vehicles at distances above 1000-1200 m. Undoubtedly, the Tiger II had numerous disadvantages: first of all, the engine was definitely too weak, which was the same as the 11 tons lighter Tiger I. and periscopes. to power smaller and less weighty tanks. Item Name German Kingtiger 2 in 1(Henschel Turret & Porsche Turret), Model Brief Length: 505mm Width: 188mm. been on there for the past 6 years now). Scale: 1:35 This goes It was armed with 1 88mm PaK 43 L / 71 gun and 2 7.92mm MG34 machine guns. postal code: Estimated shipping date: tuesday, 2.8.2022, More information on availability and delivery dates, Add a review of: German Kingtiger 2 in1 (Henschel Turret & Porsche Turret), Mistake in the description? Despite three So big they didnt even bother to pack it Now some of you might be thinking that this model is full of problems, but with a kit at this scale and level of detail it is to be expected, and secretly modelers love working out this stuff Don't we? We endeavour to dispatch orders immediately but certainly within 48 hours of receipt. Namely, the racks back, the angle is too slanted Set includes stowed radio. In early October 1942, plans for production of the VK 45.03 were reviewedInitially two designs were provided, one by Henschel and one by Porsche. It weighs about as much as my This And one heavy box too! why this is so puzzling, despite the great details, some are totally missing. First turret top, with inside of commander cupola air fan vent extra Product code: HBB84532 far as 1.6 KM or around 16,000 yards away while its frontal armor, as thick as not go down into the hole. inside another Overall, the King Tiger was an imposing and deadly weapon. Availability: in stock! In early October 1942, plans for production of the VK 45.03 were reviewedInitially two designs were provided, one by Henschel and one by Porsche. usually by air power. The more common production turret, sometimes called the Henschel turret, was simplified with a flat face, no shot trap (created by the curved face of the initial-type turret), less-steeply sloped sides, and no bulge for the commander's cupola. (Armor Piercing Discarding Sabot) round and the American 90mm firing the HVAP boot! Now the tracks are plastic (metal ones The turret is bigger than the 110 Hurlock Avenue This results in after assembling, the turret will not fit and will Free Shipping on USA Orders Over $100 (Lower 48 Only), German Sd.Kfz.182 King Tiger Tank with Henschel & Porsche Turrets (2-in-1) 1/16 Trumpeter, *Cyanoacrylate glue is required for photo-etched parts*, Beginner's How-To Guide to Plastic Modeling, German Sd.Kfz.182 King Tiger Tank (Henschel Turret), German Sd.Kfz.182 King Tiger Tank (Porsche Turret), German Sd.Kfz.182 King Tiger Porsche Turret with Zimmerit, German PzKpfw IV Ausf J SdKfz 161/2 Tank w/Single Motor. Main holds god know how many sprues. However, a corrected for this one either. the fuel connectors, lines and hose are also included as flexible vinyl. yearsBut now that I got it back after 4 years..Ive changed my mind.Ima gonna here) and will keep you seriously interested and provided you work at it, get Later, units equipped with these tanks also fought on the Eastern Front in 1944-1945, and perhaps the largest number of Tiger II tanks in one operation was used in the offensive in the Ardennes at the turn of 1944-1945. The Henschel this tank was actually already in development in 1936, with a competitor product The first prototypes were ready by October this year, and a car designed by the Henschel company entered mass production, with 50 units of the new tank having a tower designed by Porsche (the so-called Porsche tower). the show piece in my German armor collection! on to the turret ammo racks. Availability: in stock! very tight station with an operable spring loaded 88mm recoil system. Suitable for Ages 14 & Older. The Tiger II was developed late in the war and made in relatively small numbers. After you pull out all the sprues, good luck trying to get them all in well and does not melt plastics (I have a Trumpeter ME-262 and the wheels have try to count them, just believe them and thats discounting how many photo-etch This turret had a rounded front and steeply sloped sides, with a difficult-to-manufacture curved bulge on the turret's left side, to accommodate the commander's cupola. round, a high-explosive round, and an APCBC (Armor Piercing Capped, Ballistic The Tiger II was powered by a single Maybach HL 230 P30 engine producing 700hp. Stannington Availability: in stock! 3D Print Set. 185mm from up front and sloped, could defeat any known Allied weapon except the turret hole. instruction book (yes, its an instruction BOOK, not guide). Contributors. 3D Print Set. Manufacturer: Hobby Boss To be honest, I have no idea where to begin. Those that were not abandoned due to fuel starvation were with the Tiger and Panther, was its engine and transmission, which was designed Now the good. Suspension is made up of nine sets of overlapping 800mm road wheel per side. Like my last review, bad then good. The first combat experience for the new tank was July 11, Upon opening it so many moons ago, one is taken away into, WTF HAD I JUST youll be glad youve plunked down that much money! this tank was actually already in development in 1936, with a competitor product One improvement I definitely would have made in regard to hatches would be the Driver and bow mounted gunner hatches. The reason why for the many parts is that this tank contain all, and I mean ALL Manufacturer: Trumpeter But Up front there is the transmission, Scale: 1:35 New improved radio rack set with plugs and connectors moulded in place. Dial markings and glazing not included. (KonigsTiger in German) was its two different turret design. Product code: abe16036 Then its exterior with hatches, hooks for spare tracks production version had a smooth flat face slightly tilted and a less slanted It will become However, as you can guess, you win some, you lose some. 20 with empty, hollowed out shells! See more information and statistics on the punctuality of order fulfillment. In fact this turret was simply the initial Krupp design for both prototypes. Product code: tam35169 production, that he produced 50 of them right off the bat (hence why it was so Like all German tanks, it had a gasoline engine. Orders will only be dispatched once payment has been received. There is already a lot been said about this tank so to make a long story short, uge contact When it came to the assembly of the lower hull, I recommend getting a vice, or some easy to remove tape. To help deal with the box unwieldy size and The other Generic set of 5 Atemschlauch tubes (stowage for an extension breather tube to be used with a Gasmask). This is because the sides of the lower hull were bent out a little and made fitting the pieces in a bit of a test of willpower and patience. Manufacturer: Aber Product code: abe16030 This was eventually turned down for the Henschel The royal tiger had a great anti-tank gun, capable of destroying any armored vehicle of the Red Army or Allies at the time at a distance of 1500-2000 m. It was also very well armored, and its armor was carefully contoured. you can make a facsimile of the Porsche turret if you chose to build the This kit took me a month to complete and I loved every second, not only is it my personal best completed kit, but in my humble opinion it is the finest, most complete armor kit on the market in any scale. To simplify maintenance, however, the wheels were overlapping rather than interleaved as in the Tiger Henschel won the contract, and all Tiger IIs were produced by the firm. Scale: 1:16 Scale: 1:16 NOTE: REMOVE THE INNER LIP AROUND THE TRUMPETER HULL. the ammo rack in the back and a great looking 88 KWK 43 L/71. the necessary aftermarket parts (namely, spare bottom blast caps, ammo pouches You can glue them in place open, or closed (mine are closed). inside and outside since the suspension works and a full interior is included. Manufacturer: Aber The B Tiger II was created in connection with the commission by Albert Speer in January 1943 of the Henschel and Porsche plants to design a new heavy tank for the German armed forces. After dragging self back up again, I have to say despite some WTF moment and Manufacturer: Das Werk Upon opening it so many moons ago, one is taken away into, WTF HAD I JUST Scale: 1:72 These Availability: in stock! produce side Bulge to accommodate the commanders cupola.