Discover The COBI Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger I Ausf. E

The COBI Panzerkampfwagen VI Tiger I Ausf. E is a highly detailed executive edition COBI Tiger I Tank model that represents the famous Tiger tank number 007. This new release for 2024 is perfect for fans of Lego tanks and is designed for adult historians and AFOL collectors interested in the history of German WWII tank Ace Michael Wittman.

The Executive Edition COBI Tiger I No. 007 features a detailed interior, executive edition display placard and a german tank crew mini figure.

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COBI 2587 Tiger Tank Features:

– Made in Europe from high-quality European sourced plastics.
– Features rolling tracks, a removable engine, and a detailed crew compartment.
– Includes a German crew member mini figure in 1/28th scale.
– Measures over 12.4 inches long and 4.7 inches tall.
– Pad printed parts so no messy stickers to apply.
– Part of the COBI WWII Historical Collection.
– Ships fast from our warehouse in Billings, Montana.

This COBI Tiger I Tank model is a must-have for any military history enthusiast or collector of detailed model tanks. Get your hands on this impressive replica of a legendary WWII tank today.

History of the COBI Tiger I No. 007 and The Death of German Tank Ace Michael Wittmann on August 8, 1944.:

Michael Wittmann, the legendary German Panzer Ace known for his 139 tank kills, met his end on August 8, 1944, during the Battle of Normandy. Pressed for time in the Falaise Pocket, Wittmann, along with three other Tigers, was ordered to counterattack the advancing British forces. As they moved north, they were unaware of the British tanks waiting in ambush in the orchards. A Firefly tank commanded by Sergeant Gordon engaged the Tigers, taking advantage of their exposed side armor. Despite the Tigers’ deadly 88mm cannon, the Firefly managed to destroy a Tiger, possibly Wittmann’s tank, leading to his death in the battle.

The British tank ambush from the orchards caught Wittmann and his crew by surprise, as they continued their advance unaware of the danger lurking nearby. The Firefly’s powerful 17-pounder cannon proved to be effective against the Tigers, especially when targeting their thinner side armor. As the German tanks moved within range, the Firefly engaged them, potentially resulting in the destruction of Wittmann’s tank. The intense battle and swift actions of the British tankers led to the demise of the famed Panzer Ace, ending his impressive kill streak in World War II.

The debate over who killed Michael Wittmann continues to this day, with conflicting accounts and theories surrounding his death in the Battle of Normandy. Despite his reputation as a skilled tank commander with numerous kills to his name, Wittmann’s final moments in combat remain shrouded in mystery. The ambush from the British Firefly tank, coupled with the chaotic circumstances of the battle, ultimately led to the downfall of the legendary Panzer Ace, leaving a lasting legacy in the annals of World War II history.

Want to know more about why the COBI Tiger no. 007 is important to history? Read the amazing article on Micheal Wittmann and the famous no.007 Tiger tank here on the Warfare History Network.