Academy 13509 German Tiger-I Ver. Early Operation Citadel 1/35 – detailed tank model

The Academy 13509 German Tiger-I Ver. Early Operation Citadel 1/35 plastic model kit is a faithful replica of one of the most famous tanks of World War II. This product was manufactured by the renowned company Academy, known for its high quality and precise reproduction of armored vehicle details. The model does not include glue or paints – this is a kit designed for modeling enthusiasts who value authenticity and historical accuracy.

Historical authenticity and precision craftsmanship

The Tiger I, officially designated Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger Ausf. E, was a powerful German heavy tank introduced into service in 1942. Its combat debut took place on the Eastern Front, where it played a key role during Operation "Citadel" – the largest tank battle in history, which took place at Kursk in 1943. Tiger I tanks were used by Germany from 1942 until the end of World War II, becoming a symbol of technological superiority and battlefield fear.

Academy 13509 kit details

• Scale: 1/35 – extremely popular among military modelers, allowing for detailed reproduction of features.
• User country: Third Reich (Germany), period of use: World War II, Operation Citadel (Kursk 1943).
• Material: high-quality plastic, ensuring easy assembly and durability of the finished model.
• Contents: richly detailed parts with fine surface details, individual tracks for self-assembly, decal sheet for personalizing historical tank markings.
• Category: plastic model kit.

Who is it for?

We recommend this model to both intermediate and experienced military modelers. The kit stands out for its detail and requires a certain level of precision when assembling small components, making it an excellent choice for any enthusiast of military technology and World War II history. We rate the difficulty level at 3/5. The model is also an ideal base for creating weathering effects and dioramas.

The Academy 13509 German Tiger-I Ver. Early Operation Citadel 1/35 guarantees great modeling fun and the opportunity to build a unique replica of a tank that took part in one of the most important armored clashes of the 20th century.