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Unique ID: 216 Added to Database: July 2008 Last Edited: July 2008 Type (ID): Tiger II (210) Model (ID): Henschel Turret Model (400) Location Category (ID): Museé Des Blindés (6200) Location (ID): Inside Museum Building (6204) Serial Number: Registration: Name: Other Identification: “233” and German crosses painted on turret sides. Collection Reference: Links: References: Associated Tanks: Location History: (see map) 1: Wegmann & Co, Kassel, Nordhessen, Germany (Henschel-designed turret manufacturer) 2: Henschel und Sohn, Kassel, Nordhessen, Germany (Chassis manufacturer and vehicle assembly 1944-5) 3: Museé Des Blindés, Saumur, Anjou, Maine-et-Loire, France (Current location) This King Tiger is believed to be the only one in the world in running order. It carries the turret number “233” and has taken part in some ‘Carrousel’ dynamic displays. It is coated with Zimmerit anti-magnetic mine paste. It was restored using parts from a number of other vehicles, and its batteries were generously provided by Varta. [Preserved Tanks in France: Number 75].

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November 1992 1: The King Tiger at Saumur Taken: 17 November 1992 Contributor: T. Larkum Photo ID: 183 Added: 3 July 2008 Filename: Scan_KT_... Views: 445 Select/Has Priority: 1/0

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