German Ferdinand (Elefant) Tank Destroyer WWII

The German Ferdinand tank destroyer used heavy chassis originally associated with Porsche’s unsuccessful Tiger proposal. Its powerful 88 mm gun and thick frontal armor contrasted with serious mobility and maintenance burdens. After combat experience, surviving vehicles received modifications and the Elefant name. The two names therefore represent stages in the history of the same basic heavy tank-destroyer family. The original Ferdinand lacked some features later added after combat experience, including improved close-defense arrangements. Its heavy weight complicated movement and recovery, while mines and mechanical problems could neutralize it without penetrating the strongest armor. The vehicle’s career therefore illustrates the limits of judging a tank destroyer only by the power of its principal gun.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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