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Description
This is a metal military vehicle model kit.
Model Factory Hiro has been bringing the highest level of automotive modeling to the hobby world for years, and now they're bringing that same fanatical commitment to excellence to the world of military modeling. Their "Ultimate Kit" of the late version of the famous Tiger I tank is just that; the ultimate! And we'll let MFH themselves tell you why:
- Kit is based on late production type of 1944, with the new type cupola and steel wheels.
- Multi-material kit consists of parts made of white metal, resin, aluminum alloy, photo-etched metal, screen-printed decals, magnets, and more.
- Kit includes a fully detailed interior, with Maybach HL230 engine, transmission, radiator, fuel tank, and internal structures of the turret with ammo.
- Roofs of the turret and the hull are attached by magnets and can be attached and detached easily to show off the interiors.
- The fully workable tracks can be assembled easily and enhance the realism of the model, letting you feel the weight.
- The suspension is attached by magnets in order to let it move as the real tank does.
- The muzzle brake is made of UV photopolymer using laser lithography, to reproduce the internal details and the rifling. The barrel is made of aluminum alloy, with the recoil action reproduced by an internal spring.
- The tapered antenna is made of glass fiber and is flexible to prevent breakage.
- The zimmerit coating uses a newly-developed 3D decal sheet that is included in the kit. An uneven, realistically broken surface can be easily created by using this sheet.
Details
Assembly Guide
Skill Level 5:
Kits for Experts
Kits that we have rated as skill level 5 require all the same modeling techniques and tools as skill level 3 and skill level 4. In addition, skill level 5 kits are often composed entirely of materials other than injection plastic, can contain many very small parts, often require extensive modification of parts to complete, and in some cases do not come with English-language instructions (Japanese only). Kits of this latter type require a degree of engineering common sense on the part of the modeler, as well as extensive test-fitting, to properly assemble.
Tools and supplies required to complete kits of this class are unchanged from those of skill level 4. Kits in this class are not suitable for small children at all. Children under 14, even if experienced, are likely to have difficulty with a kit like this if they attempt it alone, and even this may not help. Adults who have never before completed a model kit are advised to avoid kits of skill level 4 or 5 until they have gained modeling experience working with something less challenging. Examples of kits in this class would include resin and metal kits of racing cars and ships, accessory parts for such kits, and advanced, posable resin kits of science-fiction items.
Cement Required
This item requries the use of cement (glue) to complete. For injection-plastic kits, use the weld-type clear cement specifically designed for use on styrene plastic. For some smaller parts, you may wish to use instant type (cyanoacrylate) glue. For resin, white metal, soft vinyl and photo-etched materials, the use of instant type cement is strongly recommended.
A SAFETY NOTE ABOUT INSTANT CEMENT
Parents and all modelers should note that instant cement (cyanoacrylate) bonds skin instantly. While this in itself is not harmful, forcibly attempting to pull the skin apart can tear the skin and cause injury. If you or your child happens to inadvertenly glue themselves with instant cement, don't pull, but use remover for instant cement, or nail polish remover to dissolve the bond instead.
Painting Required
This model kit or accessory must be painted in order to achieve a realistic appearance.
While there are slight differences depending on the country you live in, there are generally three types of paint available for modeling: Acrylic, Enamel and Lacquer. Their characteristics are described below.