About the actual vehicle
- The Sd.Kfz.171V Panther tank is said to be the most outstanding German tank of World War II.
- It is said to be influenced by the Soviet T-34 that it faced in the war against Germany and the Soviet Union, and has a design with sloped armor that has excellent bullet evasion, and is equipped with a powerful 75mm gun.
- It appeared in combat at the Battle of Kursk, which began in July 1943.
- The Panther tank has been improved as production continues, and the type A was produced following the first mass-produced type D.
- In addition to improving the reliability of the transmission, the turret is equipped with a new model equipped with a cupola equipped with a periscope.
- More than 2000 cars were produced from 1943 to 1944.
- In the meantime, improvements were made in the details, and it was inherited by the G type, which is said to be the most superior type.
About the model
- The model is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the Panther A type, a masterpiece of the German army in World War II, on a 1/56 scale.
- The sharp and powerful appearance of the Panther tank with a finished length of 121 mm and sloped armor is fully reproduced.
- Larger than 1/72 scale and more compact than 1/35 scale, 1/56 scale creates a new standard for military models.
- The kit configuration is designed with a reduced number of parts and ease of assembly, allowing you to easily enjoy its affordable presence and size.
- The vehicle body and turret are modeled with Zimmerit coating, which was applied at the end of the war to protect against magnetic land mines. Side skirts are also included, and you can't miss the finished look.
- Also, the road wheels with a clip-on layout are integrated into parts around the legs at the bottom of the vehicle.
- In addition, the track is also reproduced in two parts, upper and lower. This kit perfectly combines easy assembly with a realistic finish.
- Recommended for beginners, this easy-to-use kit is a must-have for veteran modelers as it can be used as a material for further modification.
Major features
- A 1/56 scale plastic model assembly kit of the Panther A, a masterpiece of the German army in World War II.
- Finished total length 121mm
- The hull and turret are modeled with Zimmerit coating, which was applied at the end of the war to protect against magnetic land mines.
- The lower part of the vehicle has a sandwich-style road wheel that is integrated into the leg area.
- The track is also reproduced in two parts, upper and lower.