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  • The first prototypes were made in June 1941-May 1942.
  • Mass production of the tiger started in August 1942.
  • The first Tigers were used in combat in September 1942.
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What was the tank crew of a tiger tank?

The Tiger 1 tank has a crew of 5, I know this because of a book called Tanks inside out. (The Tiger 2 or King Tiger also has a crew of 5)


How did the Tiger tank affect the outcome of World War 2?

The Tiger was an incredible tank. The Allies were incredibly lucky the Germans just couldn't build them fast enough.


What is better a panzer tank or a tiger tank?

The comparison between a Panzer tank and a Tiger tank depends on various factors such as the context of their use, the specific model, and the tactical requirements of a given situation. Here's a brief overview of each: Panzer Tank: Panzer tanks were widely used by the German military throughout World War II and were known for their reliability, versatility, and relatively lower production costs compared to more advanced tanks like the Tiger. They played a significant role in various campaigns and battles, offering mobility and firepower to German armored units. Tiger Tank: The Tiger tank, specifically the Tiger I, was a heavy tank used by the German army during World War II. It was renowned for its formidable armor, powerful 88mm gun, and heavy firepower, making it a feared opponent on the battlefield. However, Tiger tanks were also more expensive to produce and maintain compared to other tanks like the Panzer IV. While the Tiger tank offered superior firepower and protection, its weight and mechanical complexity sometimes led to mobility issues, especially in challenging terrain. In summary, the choice between a Panzer tank and a Tiger tank would depend on factors such as the specific requirements of a mission, the availability of resources, and the strategic objectives of the military command. Both types of tanks had their strengths and weaknesses, and each played a significant role in the German armored forces during World War II. We have made a video about the Panzer IV tank, which can be seen on our YouTube channel @FunkyHistory


Where Russian t-34 better than German tiger tanks?

Russian t-34 because their attack and speed was better but the tiger tank was slow and their attack was almost the same as Russian the tiger tank had better armor


When were World War 1 tanks invented?

THe first tank to be made FOR the purpose of WWI was the Mark I Tank, built by Britain.

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When was the tiger tank designed?

The first prototypes were made in June 1941-May 1942.


Where was the tiger tank made?

Germany


When the tiger tank was made?

1942


Who made the king tiger tank?

Germany......................................................................................................


What was the tank crew of a tiger tank?

The Tiger 1 tank has a crew of 5, I know this because of a book called Tanks inside out. (The Tiger 2 or King Tiger also has a crew of 5)


What was the tiger tank?

the tiger tank was one of the Germans most heavily armoured tanks


Which is better tiger tank 1 or king tiger tank?

the tiger 1 was a really great tank. Tank commanders like Erwin Rommel used tigers. on the other hand the armor of the king tiger was used to reflect or ricochet shells all that armor made the tank heavier. The tiger was formed during the Battle of Kursk, when the germans were trying to figure out a way to protect their flak 88s while setting them up. They put armor around the 88 which formed the tiger. My tank would be the tiger its faster more powerful and more armor. The king tigers were rarely used after the battle of Remagen.


What is bigger tiger tank 1 or tiger tank 3?

There is only one tank named the Tiger and that's the Panzer 6, the biggest panzer was the Panzer 8 Maus


Is there a running tiger tank in existence?

Yes, there is a working Tiger 1 at the Tank Museum at Bovington, England.


I know of the Tiger 1 tank but is the King Tiger the same tank as a King Tiger 2 tank or was there a third Tiger tank by Germany in World War 2?

There was only two tigers, the tiger 1, which was very powerful and armourd but slow. The king tiger, twice the power and armore, but was twice as slow. The Tiger 1 and Tiger 2 had the same top road speed. Go to Wikipedia for more info.


Is a panzer six tank and a king tiger tank the same tank?

The tiger is six and the king tiger is seven Clarification: both the Tiger 1 and Tiger 2 (King Tiger) are designated Panzerkampfwagen VI (or panzer 6) the tiger 2 being designated Panzerkampfwagen VI Ausf.B Tiger II. I'm not sure what a Panzer 7 was.


When was the tiger tank decommissioned?

The Tiger I tank stopped production in August 1944 and stopped usage in combat in May 1945. The Tiger II tank both stopped Production and usage in April 1945.