COBI Historical Collection WWII Sd. Kfz. Ferdinand Tank Building Set, 1268 Pieces

Product Description

The first version of the German heavy tank destroyer was named Ferdinand after its designer Ferdinand Porsche. The block model of this very famous vehicle from the Second World War was designed on a scale of 1:28 using 1,268 elements and is an impressive 28.5 cm long. The blocks and the figure contain high-quality prints, too. You won't find stickers here! The functionalities of the model include a removable block replica of the engine, working tracks, a cannon that can be moved vertically and horizontally, recreated interior elements and opening hatches. The set also includes a detailed figure of the vehicle commander with accessories like binoculars and headphones. The whole set is complemented by a plate with the name of the vehicle printed on it. The detailed and very large model of a heavy tank destroyer is a must-have for collectors and history enthusiasts, alike. The Panzerjäger Tiger (P) Ferdinand was a German heavy tank destroyer used during World War II. It was constructed on the chassis of the Tiger I tank. Serial production began in 1943. Ferdinands took part in battles on the Eastern Front and during the Battle of Kursk. The tank destroyers were armed with the powerful 88mm PaK 43/2 L/71 anti-tank gun, which made them effective against almost all enemy vehicles. Thick armor also provided good protection for the vehicle. Despite their impressive statistics, Ferdinands also had some drawbacks. These include limited mobility, susceptibility to failures and attacks by enemy infantry. After the Battle of Kursk, many of these vehicles were modernized and used in subsequent phases of the war. The Panzerjäger Tiger (P) Ferdinand was one of the most powerful German vehicles to appear on the battlefield during World War II. However, the role it played in the war was limited due to the small production of this model. Despite this, the vehicle still ignites the imagination of history and military technology enthusiasts. It is also one of the most recognizable vehicles from the Second World War. Build history, piece by piece, with COBI!