The Tiger In Action reference from Squadron/Signal Publications provides a detailed look at one of the most famous armored fighting vehicles of World War II—the Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger I.

First entering combat in late 1942, the Tiger quickly gained a reputation for its exceptional armor protection and devastating 88mm KwK 36 gun. Although produced in relatively small numbers, it became one of Germany's most feared heavy tanks and served on both the Eastern and Western Fronts.

This volume covers the Tiger's development, production, combat service, technical features, and operational history through numerous wartime photographs, detailed captions, technical drawings, and artwork. It is an excellent reference for modelers seeking accurate details for painting, weathering, and super-detailing.

Whether you're building kits from Tamiya, Dragon, Rye Field Model, Border Model, Academy, Takom, or AFV Club, this book is a valuable addition to your modeling library.

Features

• Squadron/Signal Publications

• Armor In Action Series

• Armor Number 27

• Softcover

• Historical wartime photographs

• Technical drawings

• Vehicle variants

• Camouflage references

• Operational history

• Excellent modeling reference

Historical Overview

The Tiger I was developed in response to encounters with heavily armored Soviet tanks such as the T-34 and KV-1. Entering combat in 1942, it featured thick armor and the highly effective 88mm main gun, capable of destroying enemy tanks at long range.

Tiger units fought in Tunisia, Sicily, Italy, Normandy, the Ardennes, and extensively on the Eastern Front. While mechanically complex and expensive to produce, the Tiger became an iconic symbol of German armored warfare and remains one of the most studied tanks in military history.

Contents Include

• Tiger development

• Production history

• Technical specifications

• Combat operations

• Unit organization

• Armor and armament

• Engine and suspension

• Camouflage and markings

• Wartime photographs

• Technical illustrations

• Scale modeling reference

Perfect For

• WWII armor enthusiasts

• Tiger tank historians

• Scale model builders

• Military collectors

• Reference libraries

• German armor researchers

Condition

Pre-owned reference book in good condition.

• Moderate shelf wear

• Minor corner and edge wear

• Binding appears secure

• Interior pages appear clean and complete

Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the item description.