Tiger 132 then 732

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Description

This was one of the first three Tigers shipped to Africa. It was renumbered as 732 after the Beja mission. On 19 April 1943, it was reported as being still in service (see 'Combat Tactics' 9.2).

Details

Hub of the sprocket wheels Central dome is big
Alignment of bolts on the sprockets Bolts are not aligned with arms
Tow cable direction 22mm cable with the ends to the rear
Tool holders on glacis plate No tools
Toolbox at rear left Supported at an angle
Mudguard type Narrow mudguards
Thick area on mantlet Flat with 2 small holes
Headlight arrangement Two headlights moved to the glacis plate
Turret bin type Wide 1.4m bin with 2 latches

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