We’re excited to share the news that as of 11th July, we have officially started shipping the Limited Edition King Tiger kits to customers in 18 countries around the world.
After a busy production schedule, it’s immensely satisfying to see these impressive 1:6 scale kits begin their journey to their new homes.
Each King Tiger kit is packed into 5 large boxes, weighing in total around 110kg. Because of the size and care required in packing and dispatching, we’re able to ship about 3–4 kits per day. If you’ve secured one of these Limited Edition builds, we appreciate your patience as we work through the list.
A Record-Setting Launch
This shipment marks the culmination of a truly remarkable launch: the Limited Edition production run sold out in just 11 days, setting a new record for Armortek and beating the previous 21 day record set by the Chieftain. We’re humbled by the response and want to thank every builder who placed an order.
Even Better in 2025
While our 2019 King Tiger was a major improvement over the 2013 version—with finer detailing and resilient wheels—the 2025 release raises the bar even further.
Here’s what’s new:
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Neodymium magnets secure the turret roof, allowing fast and easy interior access.
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Reworked idler shaft offers more travel for track tensioning.
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Production improvements mean less fettling required, while preserving the rewarding building experience Armortek is known for.
Bringing History to Life
Originally fielded in 1944, the King Tiger (Panzerkampfwagen Tiger Ausf. B) earned a reputation as one of the most formidable tanks of WWII. Although its impact was constrained by mechanical and logistical issues, its heavy armour and powerful gun made it a fearsome presence.
With just under 500 built, it remains a symbol of engineering ambition and an enduring fascination for historians and enthusiasts alike.
The Armortek King Tiger is the largest World War 2 tank kit we have produced, and with the addition of our option packs, it can be transformed into a fully functional radio-controlled model.
Key Features
Your kit includes everything you need to recreate this legendary tank in extraordinary detail:
✅ Scale thickness armour—upper front plate machined from 25mm (1") thick aluminium
✅ Prototypical torsion bar suspension
✅ Aluminium cast tracks
✅ Robust DUAL bearings on drive wheels, sprockets, and idlers
✅ Prototypical track tensioning system
✅ Approx. 1,800 parts and 3,500 fasteners for a hands-on building experience
Dimensions:
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Weight: ~110kg
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Length: 163cm (including barrel)
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Width: 62cm
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Height: 52cm
From all of us at Armortek, thank you again for making this launch so memorable. We can’t wait to see the photos and build blogs as your kits arrive and you bring your King Tiger to life.
Happy building—and watch your inbox for your shipping notification!
