{"product_id":"hobbyboss-1-35-german-tiger-ii-king-tiger-henschel-july-1945-production-84533-wwii-late-war-what-if-heavy-tank-plastic-model-kit-nz-stock","title":"HobbyBoss 1\/35 German Tiger II King Tiger Henschel July 1945 Production 84533 WWII Late War What-If Heavy Tank Plastic Model Kit NZ Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003e• 1\/35 scale German Pz.Kpfw. VI Ausf. B Tiger II (Sd.Kfz. 182) plastic model kit by HobbyBoss (Kit No. 84533)\u003cbr\u003e• Represents the Tiger II King Tiger Henschel July 1945 Production, a hypothetical late-production configuration of Germany's famous WWII heavy tank\u003cbr\u003e• The July 1945 designation represents a what-if production scenario, as Germany surrendered in May 1945 and no Tiger II tanks were manufactured in July\u003cbr\u003e• Based on the legendary Königstiger, one of the most heavily armoured production tanks of World War II\u003cbr\u003e• Features the distinctive Henschel-style production turret, heavily sloped frontal hull and long-barrelled 88mm main gun\u003cbr\u003e• The Henschel-style turret became the standard production configuration for the Tiger II\u003cbr\u003e• Armed with the powerful 8.8cm KwK 43 L\/71 gun, renowned for its long-range anti-tank capabilities\u003cbr\u003e• The original Tiger II also carried 7.92mm MG 34 machine guns for defensive firepower\u003cbr\u003e• Protected by approximately 150mm of sloped frontal hull armour and 180mm of turret frontal armour\u003cbr\u003e• Powered by a Maybach HL 230 P30 V12 petrol engine, producing approximately 700 metric horsepower\u003cbr\u003e• The historical Tiger II weighed approximately 69–70 tonnes, depending on configuration\u003cbr\u003e• Features the characteristic large road wheels, wide tracks and heavily armoured chassis associated with German heavy tank engineering\u003cbr\u003e• The real Tiger II entered German military service in 1944 and remained in use until the end of WWII\u003cbr\u003e• Operated by specialised German Army and Waffen-SS heavy tank battalions\u003cbr\u003e• Saw combat on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, including Normandy, the Ardennes and Hungary\u003cbr\u003e• Approximately 490 Tiger II tanks were completed before the end of World War II\u003cbr\u003e• The hypothetical July 1945 configuration provides an interesting interpretation of how Tiger II production might have continued if the war had lasted longer\u003cbr\u003e• Offers an alternative to historically documented 1944 and early 1945 Tiger II production variants\u003cbr\u003e• Particularly appealing to modellers interested in German late-war armour, experimental concepts and alternative-history military vehicles\u003cbr\u003e• The original Tiger II's powerful armament and substantial armour protection were offset by mechanical reliability issues, high fuel consumption and logistical difficulties\u003cbr\u003e• Zimmerit anti-magnetic mine coating was discontinued in September 1944, making uncoated armour appropriate for a hypothetical July 1945 vehicle\u003cbr\u003e• The fictional production date offers creative freedom for exploring late-war camouflage patterns, simplified markings and speculative battlefield appearances\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/35 scale provides an impressive display size for military armour collectors and experienced modellers\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for collectors of WWII German tanks, Tiger II King Tigers, heavy armour and what-if military subjects\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent companion to Tiger I, Panther Ausf. G, Jagdtiger, Jagdpanther and other late-war German armoured vehicles\u003cbr\u003e• Can be displayed alongside the HobbyBoss Tiger II Henschel 1944 Production with Zimmerit (84531) and February 1945 Production (84532)\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for alternative-history 1945 European battlefield, German defensive position and hypothetical late-war armoured unit dioramas\u003cbr\u003e• Offers excellent opportunities for Dunkelgelb, Olivegrün and Rotbraun camouflage, including creative late-war paint schemes\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for realistic chipped paint, mud accumulation, track wear, rust streaks, dust and battlefield weathering\u003cbr\u003e• The large turret and angular hull provide excellent surfaces for armour shading, colour modulation and weathering effects\u003cbr\u003e• The distinctive long 88mm gun and massive armoured silhouette make the Tiger II a striking display subject\u003cbr\u003e• A fascinating addition to any collection of German WWII military armour and alternative-history tank models\u003cbr\u003e• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled\u003cbr\u003e• Glue and paint not included\u003cbr\u003e• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Imaginefleet Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52033254064374,"sku":"84533","price":48.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/3227\/7238\/files\/84533.jpg?v=1792910152","url":"https:\/\/www.imaginefleet.co.nz\/products\/hobbyboss-1-35-german-tiger-ii-king-tiger-henschel-july-1945-production-84533-wwii-late-war-what-if-heavy-tank-plastic-model-kit-nz-stock","provider":"Imaginefleet Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}