Trumpeter 07166 German JagdTiger with 88mm /L71 1/72 is a high-quality plastic model kit that accurately represents the German Jagdtiger tank destroyer in a rare armament configuration—with the 88 mm L/71 gun. The set is designed for modelers seeking interesting and rare versions of armored vehicles from World War II. The kit is made in the popular 1/72 scale, allowing for a detailed replica while maintaining display-friendly dimensions.

Historical Information and Vehicle Use

The Jagdtiger was the heaviest serially produced tank destroyer used by the German army during World War II. It became legendary for its armor—up to 250 mm thick—as well as its powerful 128 mm main gun. However, the variant with the 88 mm L/71 gun appeared only in the prototype phase—the original intention was to arm the first prototypes with the gun from the Tiger II tank, but this was ultimately abandoned in favor of a larger caliber. This model thus represents an extremely rare version, a true treat for enthusiasts of military technology and military history.

Trumpeter Model Specifications

• Scale: 1/72 – strikes a balance between detail and display size
• Country of the original: Germany
• Model material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Historical period: World War II (years 1944–1945)
• Cut-out and assembly parts reflecting the structural details of the Jagdtiger prototype with the 88 mm gun
• The model does not include glue or paints—these modeling accessories must be purchased separately
• Clear instruction manual with assembly drawings

Product Category

Plastic model kit – the set is aimed at all military modeling enthusiasts interested in German armored vehicles and collectors of rare World War II weapon variants.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

This product is especially recommended for modelers with intermediate experience, as well as anyone wishing to diversify their Wehrmacht armored vehicle collection with an unusual piece. The difficulty level is rated at 3/5 due to the number of parts and the need for precise assembly of details.

By choosing Trumpeter 07166 German JagdTiger with 88mm /L71 1/72, you get not only a model kit but also an extraordinary piece of the late World War II military history.