KUR010
First Legion
Not yet released - expected in late May.
The German Ferdinand tank destroyer played a notable but ultimately limited role in the Battle of Kursk in July 1943, one of the largest tank battles in history.
Officially designated the Panzerjäger Tiger (P), the Ferdinand was heavily armored and mounted a powerful 88mm Pak 43/2 gun, capable of destroying Soviet tanks at long range. However, its performance at Kursk revealed significant flaws: it lacked a machine gun for close defense and was plagued by mechanical failures and mobility issues. These deficiencies made it vulnerable to Soviet infantry, especially in the dense terrain and fortified defensive belts. While the Ferdinand could decimate enemy armor from a distance, many were lost due to mines, mechanical breakdowns, and close-quarters attacks. Despite its powerful gun, the Ferdinand's shortcomings in reliability and adaptability limited its effectiveness and led to later modifications, eventually resulting in the improved Elefant variant.
The model is made from a mixed media (resin, metal, plastic, brass, photo etch, etc...) and has the following features:
- 4 x Opening & Closing Hatches
- Gun Barrel Raises and Lowers
- Extremely realistic weathering
- Tow Cables