Ferdinand / Elefant (German)

Description

The Ferdinand tank destroyer, later equipped with a hull mounted machine gun and known as the Elefant, was a German heavy tank destroyer used during World War II. It was named after its designer, Ferdinand Porsche. Armed with an 88mm Pak 43/2 L/71 gun, it was one of the most powerful tank destroyers of the war. The Ferdinand was heavily armoured but suffered from mechanical issues and lack of mobility. It first saw action in the Battle of Kursk in 1943, where it demonstrated its formidable firepower but also its vulnerabilities. Despite its flaws, it remained in service until the end of the war.

• Original file: Avernes Miniatures
• Painting: MarDav Miniatures
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown.
• Photos and dimensions are at 28mm unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.
• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These are designed by Bergman or TigerAce1945