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| | Code: EM-36223
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Price: $11.99
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Porsche Sd.Kfz.184 Elefant Display Model
German Army sPzJgAbt 654, #702, Kursk, Russia, 1943| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Porsche Sd.Kfz.184 Elefant | | 3.5" | | 1.75" |
The "Ferdinand-Elefant" assult tank was derived directly from the prototype of the VK 4501(P) heavy tank, which was outperformed in the rivalry for a new type of heavy tank for the German army. The winner of the contest was the VK 4501(H) prototype, which later became the "Tiger" Sd Kfz 181 heavy tank, undoubtedly the best-known German tank.
Presented to Hitler on March 19th, 1943, the German Panzerjäger or Elefant was originally built under the name Ferdinand, after its designer Ferdinand Porsche. A six man crew operated the 88mm gun mounted on this 70 ton tank. Engines were located in the middle of the hull, which allowed space for the armament at the rear. The Elefant's armor plate was as thick as 8 in. on the front—this helped it flatten obstacles and clear the way for lighter vehicles. The Elefant’s extreme firepower/protection ratio gave it an enormous advantage; in “kills per loss,” it might have been the most successful “tank destroyer” of the war. © Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Easy Model "Platinum Collection" series presents highy-affordable, ready-made plastic models of military vehicles in 1:72 and 1:144 scale. While these models may not have the same "heft" as their diecast siblings, they do offer remarkable value for money. Most importantly, they look perfectly at home alongside diecast modes, allowing collectors to "flesh out" their collection with types and paint-schemes not yet available in diecast. Easy Model "Platinum Collection" display airplanes feature: - Molded plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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