Tamiya 32589 1/48 Elefant German Tank Destroyer WWII Armor Model Kit NIB Sealed

Tamiya 32589 – 1/48 German Heavy Tank Destroyer “Elefant”

This is a Tamiya 32589 Elefant plastic model kit in 1/48 scale.

The Elefant (formerly known as the Ferdinand) was a heavily armored German tank destroyer used during WWII, most famously at the Battle of Kursk and later on the Italian and Eastern Fronts. It mounted a powerful 8.8cm Pak 43 L/71 gun and was designed for long-range anti-tank combat.

This Tamiya kit is part of the 1/48 Military Miniature Series, known for excellent detail and easy-to-build engineering.

📦 Kit Details:

• Brand: Tamiya
• Kit Number: 32589
• Scale: 1/48 Military Miniature Series
• Subject: German Elefant Heavy Tank Destroyer (WWII)
• Type: Plastic model kit
• Assembly required
• Paint and glue not included

🧱 Features:

• Highly detailed Elefant superstructure and hull
• Accurate 8.8cm Pak 43 long gun
• Weighted hull for realistic stance
• Link-and-length style track sections
• Includes commander figure
• One marking option included (Italian Front, 1944)
• Excellent Tamiya fit and engineering

📌 Historical Background:

The Elefant was developed from Porsche’s early Tiger chassis design and was converted into a heavy tank destroyer after the original project was not selected for production. Despite limited numbers, it proved effective in long-range engagements due to its powerful gun and thick armor.

📦 Condition:

• New in the original sealed box