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20.00 GBP Scale 1/35

Sturmtiger

workable tracks

Product description
The product is a 1/35 scale workable tracks set for the WWII Sturmtiger german tank. This resin-printed replica had been tested on Tamiya, RFM, Border models, Dragon, Takom and Italieri scale modeling kits. This high‑quality resin printed tracks set delivers unmatched precision and value. Perfect for modelers and military vehicles enthusiasts seeking realistic detail without a premium price tag. 

Why Choose This Set: 
  • premium resin print,
  •  crisp detail, 
  • minimal flash, 
  • workable design,
  • tracks fold realistically once assembled,
  • ready to assembly,
  • ready to paint,
  • no glue required, 
  • UK based seller, 
  • dispatch within a week, reliable delivery 
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This set contains:
  • 210 track links
  • 420 half-pins

Facts about the tracks
  • The tracks on the Sturmtiger were essentially inherited from the Tiger I, but adapted to handle even more weight and stress. Here are the key facts:
    Based on Tiger I Track System
    • The Sturmtiger used the same basic 725 mm-wide tracks as the Tiger I.
    • This was necessary because the vehicle was built on a Tiger I chassis.
  • Even Greater Weight Load
    • The Sturmtiger weighed around 65–68 tons, heavier than a standard Tiger I.
    • The tracks had to:
      • Support more weight
      • Handle the recoil of its massive rocket mortar
    • This increased strain on track links and suspension.
  • Reinforced Components
    • Track links and pins were effectively late-production Tiger I standard, meaning:
      • Stronger materials
      • Improved durability compared to early Tiger designs
    • Still, the extra weight meant wear was significant.
  • Interleaved Road Wheels Retained
    • Like the Tiger I, it used interleaved road wheels under the tracks.
    • Benefits:
      • Good weight distribution
      • Smoother movement over rough ground
    • Drawbacks:
      • Mud and debris buildup
      • Difficult maintenance
  • Mud & Urban Debris Issues
    • Designed for urban combat, but tracks could:
      • Get clogged with rubble, mud, or snow
    • This could reduce mobility in ruined city environments.
  • Transport Track Requirement
    • Like the Tiger I, the Sturmtiger required:
      • Narrow transport tracks for rail movement
    • Crews had to swap tracks, which was labor-intensive.
  • Mobility Reality
    • Despite wide tracks, the Sturmtiger was:
      • Slow and cumbersome
      • Less mobile than the Tiger I due to extra weight
    • Tracks helped prevent it from getting stuck, but couldn’t fully compensate.
  • Operational Impact
    • The track system allowed it to:
      • Move through rubble and rough terrain
    • But high weight and complexity meant:
      • Frequent maintenance
      • Limited operational flexibility
  • Summary
    • Sturmtiger tracks were:
      • Strong but heavily stressed
      • Effective for short, powerful assaults
      • Not ideal for long-distance or high-speed operations