Tamiya 1/35 Panther Type G Early Version

Length: 256mm. Image shows assembled and painted kit.

Prowling Armor

Initial encounters with the T-34 in 1941 were something of a shock to invading German troops, who had until that point experienced general success with their armored forces. Their response was the Panther, first fielded in 1943. The Ausf.G (Type G) variant followed on from Ausf.D and Ausf.A Panthers; debuting in March 1944, it featured sloped armor, a powerful 700hp Maybach HL-230 engine and a fearsome 75mm gun - all that added up to an imposing combination of firepower, mobility and survivability which proved a boon for German forces and something of a headache for the Allies.

Features

• From the expertly sloped armor to the imposing gun, the Ausf.G Panther is captured in style. Schurzen armor plates are optional.
• Belt-type depictions of the tracks are not only hassle-free to attach, they are molded in paintable material for an extra-detailed finish.
• Commander and engine hatches can be built open or closed, and the esacpe hatch moves. A separately sold photo-etched engine grille set is available.
• This images shows the separately sold photo-etched parts set Item 35172, which can be used to provide even more stunning detail.