About This Item
Brand new 1/72 scale plastic model of the Germany Tiger I Late Production with Zimmerit Tank, representing Wittmann's Tiger #222 of s.Pz.Abt.101 in Normandy, 1944, produced by Dragon Models as part of the "NEO Dragon Armor" Series. This limited edition model comes in a brand new box with detailed exterior and true-to-scale features, includes a plastic display showcase, and is presented in the manufacturer’s original unopened packaging. Constructed with a rotating turret and high-quality pad-printed markings that won’t fade or peel, it measures approximately L-3.5 inches (4.5 with cannon), W-2 inches, and H-1.75 inches. Tiger I, famously associated with legendary tank ace Michael Wittmann, played a pivotal role in the Normandy Campaign of 1944. Wittmann's Tiger, bearing the distinctive number "222" and assigned to s.Pz.Abt.101, became an iconic symbol of German tank warfare, demonstrating devastating firepower with its 88mm KwK 36 L/56 gun and thick armor. The tank participated in notable engagements, including the Battle of Villers-Bocage, where Wittmann’s tactical skill and the tank’s performance left a lasting impact on Allied forces. This 1:72 scale model faithfully replicates the historical details of Wittmann’s Tiger, making it a remarkable addition for collectors and military history enthusiasts, celebrating the legacy of Michael Wittmann and the formidable presence of the Tiger I in World War II.
