Chief, I have neither of the tamiya kits you are looking at, so my opinion is neutral in that respect. Now, I have seen both in action and have to say you can't go wrong with either tank. Personally, I am partial to the Tiger 1 because it is simply menacing. With your experience with the Tiger, there is no limit to what you can build! Oh heck...who am I kidding here? I'm with Buckeye, buy em both!