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Brad-
You might want to post the color illustration of the Pz.Abt 505 Tiger (turret #312) from the Canadian forum. I tried but the size limitation here would not permit it. That is one of the most striking Tigers that I have seen.
 
Doug,

I'll give it a try. Posting all of those plates might be helpful.
 
Are you talking about this one.

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Yes, that's the one. I could do without the log on the side. Any idea what that is for? Maybe an improvised shield of some sort? Thanks much for posting it Alex. BTW: there are some B&W photos of this specific tank so you can be sure it existed down to the log.
 
Alex,

I assume you did it from your hosting site. Could you do the other photos that are over on CTSC. Thanks.
 
Combat said:
Yes, that's the one. I could do without the log on the side. Any idea what that is for? Maybe an improvised shield of some sort? Thanks much for posting it Alex. BTW: there are some B&W photos of this specific tank so you can be sure it existed down to the log.
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They used the log for muddy situations which was a common problem with all tanks.
 
I will choose a Tiger from my 2 favorite books "Tiger I on the Eastern Front " by Jean Restayn and "Tiger I on the Western Front" by Jean Restayn. Both of these books have lots of color plates, countless black and white photos and all the necessary information to have Honour Bound make my Tiger.The websites also have great info on them. Andy
 
Combat said:
Yes, that's the one. I could do without the log on the side. Any idea what that is for? Maybe an improvised shield of some sort? Thanks much for posting it Alex. BTW: there are some B&W photos of this specific tank so you can be sure it existed down to the log.
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I have read the logs were carried to help cross muddy areas or places where the tank could get better traction. There is a pic of Panthers in Italy where the Germans linked smaller logs together like a rope ladder and these were drapped over the turrets and such and they were used for the same purpose to give the vehicle more traction in soft ground. Or maybe they were planning a BBQ and needed firewood :D
 
Anyone come across a Tiger with non-German markings? Not a captured version but maybe something used by one of the axis countries (Romanian, Hungarian or something like that). That wouild be a real novelty if it ever existed.
 
Combat said:
Anyone come across a Tiger with non-German markings? Not a captured version but maybe something used by one of the axis countries (Romanian, Hungarian or something like that). That wouild be a real novelty if it ever existed.
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I believe the Hungarians operated a few.

This is a link to a book (not yet released covering the Hungarian campaign)

http://www.rzm.com/books/hel/hp3163.cfm
 
Thanks guys. I will look into those. If anyone comes across a picture of a Tiger with non-German markings, I would like to see it.
 
I bought 2 of the HB Tigers, They are awesome and the best among the Tiger models ever produced. But I am losing sleep on one issue...

I noticed that the bogey wheels and sprockets of the HB Tigers are too recessed inside compared to the HB Panthers and from piuctures I've seen. Someone told me that the original production were made that way to provide good traction but were later reduced in width because they will not fit on rail cars when delivered to the front. Tigers delivered by rail had narrower tracks and those that made it to the front in their own power retained the wider tracks. Any expert opinions out there?
 
noli-poli said:
I bought 2 of the HB Tigers, They are awesome and the best among the Tiger models ever produced. But I am losing sleep on one issue...

I noticed that the bogey wheels and sprockets of the HB Tigers are too recessed inside compared to the HB Panthers and from piuctures I've seen. Someone told me that the original production were made that way to provide good traction but were later reduced in width because they will not fit on rail cars when delivered to the front. Tigers delivered by rail had narrower tracks and those that made it to the front in their own power retained the wider tracks. Any expert opinions out there?
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Hi N-P

The Tiger had two types of track, the transport track (0.620 m) which was required for transport by rail due to overall width of the Tiger. The sheet metal side skirts were also removed and the hinged front and rear fenders were folded up. On the early and mid model Tigers the outer set of road wheels would also have to be removed. During operational use the Tiger would use the cross country track (0.725 m) which provided the appropriate ground pressure for the vehicle.

For comparison the Panther's tracks are 0.660 m wide.

It should also be noted that this is a late model Tiger with rubber cushioned steel road wheels. When compared to early and mid model Tigers the wheels will appear very recessed. This is because the late model dispensed with the outer set of roadwheels.

All is well. :)
 
fmethorst said:
Hi N-P

The Tiger had two types of track, the transport track (0.620 m) which was required for transport by rail due to overall width of the Tiger. The sheet metal side skirts were also removed and the hinged front and rear fenders were folded up. On the early and mid model Tigers the outer set of road wheels would also have to be removed. During operational use the Tiger would use the cross country track (0.725 m) which provided the appropriate ground pressure for the vehicle.

For comparison the Panther's tracks are 0.660 m wide.

It should also be noted that this is a late model Tiger with rubber cushioned steel road wheels. When compared to early and mid model Tigers the wheels will appear very recessed. This is because the late model dispensed with the outer set of roadwheels.

All is well. :)
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Thanks. Now I can sleep soundly!
 
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