Modelling a Tiger I s.PZ.Abt.501, Tunisia 1943

Part of Osprey Modelling 37: Modelling the Tiger I, a detailed modelling guide on the '121', s.Pz.Abt. 501, Tunisia 1943 in 1/35 scale.Probably the most famous tank of World War II, the Tiger I was originally conceived in 1941 in response to the German Army's experience in fighting British tanks and anti-tank guns in Western Europe and the North African desert. Following the invasion of Russia, the appearance of the Soviet T-34 and KW tanks lent a further impetus to the programme and 1,350 Tigers were produced between August 1942 and August 1944.Featuring step-by-step photos, this guide takes you through one of the most popular modelling subjects of all time, with information on a vast and ever-increasing range of kits, aftermarket products and references.