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product_id: 1510000
title: "Tamiya Models Tiger I Early Production Model Kit"
brand: "tamiya"
price: "$U5859"
currency: UYU
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Tamiya"
url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/1510000-tamiya-models-tiger-i-early-production-model-kit
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region: Uruguay
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# Multi-linked plastic tracks with jig Die-cast chassis for authentic weight 1/48 scale precision armor detail Tamiya Models Tiger I Early Production Model Kit

**Brand:** tamiya
**Price:** $U5859
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛡️ Build history, own the legend — Tiger I in your hands!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Tamiya Models Tiger I Early Production Model Kit by tamiya
- **How much does it cost?** $U5859 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- tamiya enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tamiya brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Precision Scale:** Meticulously crafted 1/48 scale armor captures WWII Tiger I’s iconic presence with stunning accuracy.
- • **Weighted Realism:** Die-cast metal chassis delivers a substantial, authentic feel that elevates your display game.
- • **Customizable Markings:** Includes decals for 4 distinct historical Tiger I variants to showcase your unique collector’s pride.
- • **Streamlined Complexity:** Fewer parts but intricate molded details mean less frustration, more satisfaction—perfect for busy pros.
- • **Innovative Track Assembly:** Multi-linked plastic tracks with included shaping jig offer a rewarding build and superior realism over rubber bands.

## Overview

The Tamiya Tiger I Early Production Model Kit combines die-cast metal weight with 1/48 scale precision, featuring multi-linked plastic tracks and four decal options. Designed for ease without sacrificing detail, it offers a realistic, rewarding build experience that stands out in any collection.

## Description

Tiger I Early Production. WW II German tank. Fully detailed die-cast metal lower hull and injection molded plastic upper hull, turret, fittings, roadwheels and link-&-length tracks. Tank treads are assembly type, with straight upper and lower treads made of single piece for easy assembly.

Review: The Best Model Kit I Built So Far - This is the best model kit I ever built from Tamiya so far! The details are great and it's easy to build. When I normally build model tanks, it's usually a lengthy process where I assemble a lot of parts. The more parts there is to a model kit, the better the details and realsim. That was traditional thinking that model builders believed. Tamiya has tooken the old school ideas of a great kit and turned it upside down. Instead of making a complicated model, they decided to make a complicated looking model that has fewer parts to assemble but still looks very real! They first decided to use entire piece of metal as the main body of the tank. The metal body gives the model a good weight that makes you feel that the kit is substantial and worth your time to build. Second instead of using the traditional "rubber band" type tracks they decided to use make the tracks more realistic by using small pieces of plastic tracks where you glue them together. In order to aid your building of these tracks, they included a jig for you to properly shape the track realistically; that's very inovative for Tamiya. Lastly, many of the parts that would normally be assembled piece by piece in a 1/35 scale tank has been molded right on the hull of the tank instead. You might think this would make it unrealistic but because it's in a smaller scale in 1/48, it looks realistic. I had so much fun building this kit! It was so much fun because it was easy to build and it still looks very realistic in 1/48 scale. It looks as good as the 1/35 scale. I highly reccomend this kit with an average model building skills. I'm sure you will be as happy as I was when I first built this kit. Highly reccomended.
Review: thank you Japan no Takara! - i ordered this 1/48 early tiger for my husband. i was happy with the prompt delivery, constant communication from the shipper, and the condition upon arrival. 5/5 Now, for the tank itself. the diecast chassy is a plus for my avid modeler. the weight is nice, and yes it requires glue but thats not been an issue. the multi linked tracks are challenging but rewarding. when the option of rubber tracks or linked tracks are available we usually go linked tracks...the cat takes the rubber as a play thing! the detail on this scale is impressive. and in compairison to the Late Tiger i picked up at the begining of the month, this one has lovely features that were dropped towards the end of the war. overall 5/5 for the tank. the instructions have lists of the paints needed from bottles to sprays.

## Features

- Die-cast chassis for extra weight and enhanced realism
- Comes with decals for 4 different markings
- 1/48 Scale Armor

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0007YF1WQ |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (29) |
| Date First Available | November 22, 2004 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 15.5 ounces |
| Item model number | TM32504 |
| Manufacturer | MMD Holdings, LLC |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 15 years and up |
| Product Dimensions | 5.18 x 3.03 x 2.46 inches |

## Images

![Tamiya Models Tiger I Early Production Model Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71GdMpQIDDL.jpg)
![Tamiya Models Tiger I Early Production Model Kit - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51UtMazN0mL.jpg)
![Tamiya Models Tiger I Early Production Model Kit - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61mPrpRd3UL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Best Model Kit I Built So Far
*by M***N on October 19, 2011*

This is the best model kit I ever built from Tamiya so far! The details are great and it's easy to build. When I normally build model tanks, it's usually a lengthy process where I assemble a lot of parts. The more parts there is to a model kit, the better the details and realsim. That was traditional thinking that model builders believed. Tamiya has tooken the old school ideas of a great kit and turned it upside down. Instead of making a complicated model, they decided to make a complicated looking model that has fewer parts to assemble but still looks very real! They first decided to use entire piece of metal as the main body of the tank. The metal body gives the model a good weight that makes you feel that the kit is substantial and worth your time to build. Second instead of using the traditional "rubber band" type tracks they decided to use make the tracks more realistic by using small pieces of plastic tracks where you glue them together. In order to aid your building of these tracks, they included a jig for you to properly shape the track realistically; that's very inovative for Tamiya. Lastly, many of the parts that would normally be assembled piece by piece in a 1/35 scale tank has been molded right on the hull of the tank instead. You might think this would make it unrealistic but because it's in a smaller scale in 1/48, it looks realistic. I had so much fun building this kit! It was so much fun because it was easy to build and it still looks very realistic in 1/48 scale. It looks as good as the 1/35 scale. I highly reccomend this kit with an average model building skills. I'm sure you will be as happy as I was when I first built this kit. Highly reccomended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ thank you Japan no Takara!
*by D***A on February 19, 2015*

i ordered this 1/48 early tiger for my husband. i was happy with the prompt delivery, constant communication from the shipper, and the condition upon arrival. 5/5 Now, for the tank itself. the diecast chassy is a plus for my avid modeler. the weight is nice, and yes it requires glue but thats not been an issue. the multi linked tracks are challenging but rewarding. when the option of rubber tracks or linked tracks are available we usually go linked tracks...the cat takes the rubber as a play thing! the detail on this scale is impressive. and in compairison to the Late Tiger i picked up at the begining of the month, this one has lovely features that were dropped towards the end of the war. overall 5/5 for the tank. the instructions have lists of the paints needed from bottles to sprays.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Nice, detailed tank but the tracks and metal chassis drove me nuts!
*by R***S on October 17, 2014*

The tank is very detailed, everything fit very well as is usual with Tamiya models. But the tracks are separated into many little sections and have to be glued individually and this drove me nuts. I also did not like the metal chassis as it required instant clue (aka super glue) and my acrylic paints did not stick it very well. But other than those 2 things, this is another good quality Tamiya model.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-02*