Tiger H1 – .STL files for 3D printing RC tank in 1/16 scale
Tiger H1 is an iconic tank of World War II. It became one of the most significant and successful tanks of the war. The history of the Tiger I dates back to 1942 when it was developed as a response to Germany’s need to enhance its defensive capabilities against formidable enemy tanks, particularly the Soviet KV-1 and T-34 tanks.
The Tiger I was characterized by its high firepower and strong armor, enabling it to survive on the battlefield against Allied tanks. Additionally, it featured a highly accurate and effective 88mm Kw.K.36 L/56 cannon, allowing it to destroy enemy tanks with great efficiency at long distances.
The Tiger I became a key combat tank in Germany’s defense and saw action in many battles such as Kursk, Normandy, and the Ardennes. Its ability to penetrate enemy defensive lines and destroy fortified positions posed significant challenges for Allied forces.
After the war, the Tiger I was examined by the Allied powers, and its technology influenced the development of future tanks. Despite its demanding production and operational requirements, its strength and effectiveness placed it among the most respected tanks of World War II.
Today, the Tiger I is regarded as a historically iconic tank, and its significance in shaping armored warfare is still acknowledged.
More information about the history of the tank can be found here: History
Tiger H1 Main Product Features:
- Scale: 1:16
- Highly detailed design 1)
- Quiet and durable belt-driven gearboxes
- Barrel recoil (optional)
- Separately printable road wheels and rubber tires (e.g. for flexible filament)
- Custom-designed, adjustable, and precise torsion bar suspension system (90% of the parts are 3D printed)
- Detailed English and Czech assembly instructions (a limited preview is available below)
- The model can be further upgraded with a sound module, smoke generator, and more.
- Compatible with RC radio systems supporting OpenTX, HENG LONG RC systems, and others
- Compatible with most standard 3D printers
Recommended printing materials: PLA (static model), PETG, ABS, ASA, TPU/TPE (for rubber road wheel tires only), PC.
Assembly difficulty: 2/10
Dimensions (approx.):
- Length: 52 cm
- Width: 23.5 cm (including fenders)
- Height: 18 cm
- Weight: 3.6 kg (assembled model with basic electronics and gearboxes installed)
Print bed size: 180 × 180 mm (optimal size without modifying the model) 2)
Printer type: FDM
File format: STL
Additional components required: 3)
- 4 kg of printing material see the publicly available assembly guide below (PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, TPU/TPE)
- 2 × size 540 electric motors, 5-slot, 20T, 11,700 RPM (@ 7.4 V)
- 2 × ESCs (Electronic Speed Controllers)
- 1–2 × 2S 7.4 V batteries
- RC radio system (minimum 6 channels)
- 1 × MG90S 180° mini servo
- 1 × MG90S 360° continuous rotation mini servo
- M2, M2.5, M3 hex socket screws
- Magnets
- Bearings
- XL timing belts
- 1 mm stainless steel wire
- Adhesives (cyanoacrylate and two-part epoxy)
Publicly available assembly guide (Czech version) can be viewed HERE.
Publicly available assembly guide (English version) can be viewed HERE.
Delivery time:
- Usually immediately, but no later than 24 hours after payment
Notes:
* Assembling the model requires precision and previous modeling experience.
* The package includes digital files for 3D printing only.
* This model is not an exact replica or scale model of the real combat vehicle. Therefore, some details or dimensions may differ from the original.
1) The Jagdpanzer 38(t) Hetzer model was designed with a strong emphasis on detail. However, it is not an exact replica or scale model of the real vehicle, and some details or dimensions may slightly differ from the original.
2) The model can also be printed on printers with a smaller print bed (<180 mm), but some parts must be split in the slicer before printing.
3) See the publicly available assembly guide linked in the product description.