{"product_id":"1-35-airfix-tiger-1-early-version-operation-citadel","title":"Airfix 1\/35 Tiger I Early Version – Operation Citadel Plastic Model Kit","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"122\" data-end=\"506\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eRecreate one of World War II's most famous armored vehicles with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"191\" data-end=\"248\"\u003eAirfix 1\/35 Tiger I Early Version – Operation Citadel\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic model kit. This highly detailed model represents the early-production \u003cstrong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"358\"\u003ePanzerkampfwagen VI Tiger I\u003c\/strong\u003e as it appeared during \u003cstrong data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eOperation Citadel\u003c\/strong\u003e, Germany's massive offensive at the Battle of Kursk in July 1943. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eFeaturing finely molded parts, realistic armor details, and authentic early-production features, this Airfix kit captures the Tiger I during one of the largest tank battles in history. The kit includes two marking options, allowing modelers to recreate historically accurate vehicles from Operation Citadel. Whether displayed on its own or incorporated into a Battle of Kursk diorama, this model is an excellent addition to any WWII armor collection. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1179\"\u003eAirfix's excellent engineering and crisp detail make this an enjoyable project for both experienced builders and those looking to expand their collection of German armored vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-start=\"1186\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13tr0h6\" data-start=\"1202\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003eHighly detailed 1\/35 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rx0l4f\" data-start=\"1249\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eAuthentic early-production Tiger I heavy tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11upjlk\" data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eDepicts vehicles from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eOperation Citadel (Battle of Kursk)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1eoedl1\" data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003eTwo historical marking options included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10uii8h\" data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1456\"\u003eDetailed hull, turret, suspension, and running gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rhw79f\" data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003eRealistic exterior armor and surface details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i69xa1\" data-start=\"1504\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eExcellent platform for painting and weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vleocj\" data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eIdeal for WWII Eastern Front dioramas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hj03cv\" data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17ub95d\" data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003ePaint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1xemshg\" data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eOperation Citadel\u003c\/strong\u003e was Germany's final major strategic offensive on the Eastern Front, launched in July 1943 against Soviet forces defending the Kursk Salient. 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Although the Tiger I proved exceptionally capable in combat, overwhelming Soviet defenses, extensive minefields, and determined counterattacks ultimately halted the German offensive, marking a turning point on the Eastern Front.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51276530385202,"sku":"AIRA1354","price":40.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/3310\/6226\/files\/air1354-135-airfix-tiger-1-early-version-operation-citadel-squadron-model-models__99290.jpg?v=1781041367","url":"https:\/\/battlebornhobby.com\/products\/1-35-airfix-tiger-1-early-version-operation-citadel","provider":"Battle Born Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}