
JAGTIGER (PORSCHE VERSION) SD. KFZ. 186
GERMANY 1944
Dragon 1/72 Armor (by Dragon Models) – This
line features static pre-assembled, pre-painted models made of both diecast and
plastic. Each item is fully detailed and historically accurate. Dragon
1:72 Diecast models are;
1. True to scale: Wheels,
tracks, engines, hull accoutrements ... Dragon Armor are 100% true-to-scale --
these don't look like "model tanks", these look like TANKS!
2. Authentically detailed:
Dragon Armor tanks are carefully researched for maximum authenticity in
detailing ... color, camouflage, unit markings, and all the other little things
which mark the difference between an authentic scale model and a
"toy". Dragon Armor looks REAL!
3. Fully assembled: Each Dragon
Armor tank comes fully-assembled and ready for display ... no glue, no paint, no
worry about mistakes. An instant display piece or diorama centerpiece straight
from the box!
4. Diecast Metal: This series is
almost completely all METAL! Plastic is fine, but NOTHING re-creates the
authentic appearance of real armor like METAL! Each Dragon Armor tank is made
from high-quality DIE-CAST METAL ... giving the proper weight and surface finish
of the REAL THING -- and each with its own protective DISPLAY CASE!
Scale: 1:72
Size:
Item Number: DRR60127
Price: $19.95
SPECIAL PRICE $14.95
Highlights:
- completely new-tooled Porsche turret
- true-scale model of the Jagtiger
- die cast upper hull
- Detailed and weathered track links
- display case
About the Jagdtiger:
The German Jagdtiger (SdKfz 186) "Hunting Tiger" was a tank destroyer
made on the slightly extended chassis of the Tiger II "King Tiger". It
featured very heavy armor and a powerful 128mm L/55 PaK44 gun capable of
defeating any tank fielded in WW2, even at long ranges. It had 250mm armor on
the front glacis, which made it practically invulnerable to any frontal fire.
However, the Jagdtiger had no turret, and the main gun had a limited traverse of
only 10 degrees, meaning the entire vehicle had to turn to aim at enemy tanks.
It suffered from the same maladies as the King Tiger: an underpowered engine,
frequent breakdowns, and poor maneuverability. These problems, along with the
lack of a turret, made it extremely vulnerable to infantry with anti-tank
weapons. Still, when properly supported, the Jagdtiger was an extremely
formidable opponent.