JOURNAL ARTICLE

KING TIGER.

  • Published In: History of War, 2025, n. 147. P. 26 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: MOORE, CRAIG 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the Tiger II tank, the largest operational tank used by Nazi Germany during World War II, highlighting its design, armament, operational challenges, and historical impact. Despite its formidable firepower and armor, the Tiger II was plagued by mechanical issues and logistical difficulties, leading to more tanks being destroyed by their crews than by enemy action. The tank was produced under the designation Panzerkampfwagen Tiger Ausf. B, also known as Königstiger, and was equipped with a high-velocity 3.5in (88mm) Kw.K.43 L/71 gun. Ultimately, the Tiger II's limited production and operational shortcomings meant it could not significantly alter the course of the war. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:History of War. 2025/07, Issue 147, p26
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:185892200
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