COBI Tiger II King Tiger #2686 | KTV2 Tank | 1:28 Scale

COBI Tiger II King Tiger 2686: Build a Rare Piece of Armor History

The COBI Tiger II King Tiger 2686 brings a remarkable World War II prototype to your collection. This 1,572-piece set recreates King Tiger V2, the historic vehicle preserved at The Tank Museum in Bovington, England. Built in 1:28 scale, it combines an imposing silhouette with interior details that reward a closer look.

From its long gun barrel to its distinctive curved-front turret, this model offers plenty to explore. Display the completed tank with its information plaque, or remove sections to reveal the engineering represented inside. It makes an engaging project for armor enthusiasts, history-minded builders, and collectors ages 10 and older.

Explore the COBI Tiger II King Tiger 2686

Look beyond the exterior and discover details throughout the hull and turret:

• Removable turret and hull panels: Open up the model to reveal its internal layout and create an exposed display.
• Detailed turret interior: Examine the brick-built gun breech, crew seating, and gold-colored ammunition shells.
• Removable engine: Display the engine beside the tank or show it within the rear engine compartment.
• Opening crew hatches: Two front hull hatches add another interactive detail to the sloped armor.
• Movable components: Rotate the turret, adjust the gun barrel, and explore the functional tracks and movable road wheels.
• Pad-printed graphics: Markings appear directly on the elements, with no stickers to apply.
• Display plaque: The included identification plaque provides a finishing touch for your collection.

The exterior also features tow cables, mounted tools, spare track sections, and engine-deck grilles. Together, these details give you reasons to examine the finished build from several angles.

Product Information

The History Behind King Tiger V2

Henschel completed King Tiger V2 in December 1943 as the second of three Tiger II prototypes. Its designation identified it as an experimental chassis. It remained a trials vehicle and never joined a combat unit.

British forces captured V2 at the Henschel testing grounds in Haustenbeck, Germany, near the end of the war. Today, this surviving prototype offers a fascinating connection to the development of the Tiger II. Its curved-front turret also distinguishes it from the later production turret commonly associated with the King Tiger. The Tank Museum

Production Tiger IIs fought in Normandy, on the Eastern Front, and during the Battle of the Bulge. Their powerful 8.8 cm guns and heavy armor made them dangerous opponents, although mechanical difficulties complicated their service. Those battlefield experiences belong to the wider Tiger II story; the KTV2 represented here served in testing. Explore more in the Tiger II history on Wikipedia. Wikipedia

Build a Museum-Inspired Display

Pair this model with the COBI Panzer VI Tiger I No. 131 #2588 for a complementary 1:28-scale display. Placing them together offers a useful visual comparison of the two tank designs. militarybricks.com

For a historically appropriate setting, consider a workshop or testing-ground scene. Position the removed engine beside the hull and leave the turret interior visible. This arrangement highlights both the model’s construction and the real vehicle’s experimental role.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this set include brick figures?
No. Set 2686 focuses on the tank, its removable engine, and the display plaque.

Does it use stickers?
No. The set uses pad-printed graphics.

Did the real KTV2 fight in World War II?
No. It served as a prototype and trials vehicle.

Add the COBI Tiger II King Tiger 2686 to your MilitaryBricks.com collection and bring this unusual chapter of armored history to your display shelf.