The Tamiya 56018 King Tiger is a highly detailed 1/16 scale full option kit that recreates the Tiger II's appearance and functions. It combines scale-accurate fittings with moving parts and authentic sound sources to deliver a convincing historical model.
The model allows full turret rotation and gun elevation, and its sound unit plays authentic Maybach HL230-P30 engine samples recorded from a preserved vehicle. The sound stages range from quiet idling to higher revs and are complemented by metallic track noises for additional realism.
Tamiya reproduces Zimmerit using a relief-printed seal, giving a realistic textured coating without complex sculpting. This method ensures consistent results that respond well to paint and weathering techniques.
The King Tiger was notable for strong frontal armour and its 88mm gun, and Tamiya highlights these traits in scale. The limited production run of the original lends the model a special appeal for collectors focused on late-war armour.
Careful assembly and finishing reward the builder with a historically faithful and operational King Tiger that works well for display or running in model armour events.
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