The Tiger I tank was a heavy tank used by the German Army during World War II. It was first deployed in 1942 and was designed to be a heavily armored and powerful tank, capable of dominating the battlefield.
The Tiger I tank had a crew of five and was armed with an 88mm main gun, which was one of the most powerful tank guns of the time. Its armor was also very thick, making it difficult to destroy, and it had a top speed of around 24 miles per hour.
Despite its impressive features, the Tiger I tank was also very expensive to produce and maintain and was difficult to transport due to its weight and size. In addition, the tank was prone to mechanical problems, which often left it stranded on the battlefield.
The Tiger I tank saw action on both the Eastern and Western fronts during World War II and was used in many important battles, including the Battle of Kursk and the Normandy landings. Although it was a formidable weapon, the Tiger I tank was eventually outmatched by newer Allied tanks and was gradually phased out of service towards the end of the war.