Tamiya German Panther Medium Tank 1:35 Plastic Model Kit 35065

Tamiya Military Model Kit German Panther Medium Tank (1/35) 35065 This 1/35 scale Tamiya model kit recreates the German Panther medium tank, regarded as one of the finest armoured vehicles of WWII. Designed in 1942 to counter the Soviet T-34, the Panther combined firepower, protection, and mobility in a balanced package that made it a formidable opponent on all fronts. Detailed depiction of the Panther's sloped armour and distinctive turret design. Accurate rendering of the 75mm KwK 42 L/70 main gun and MG 34 machine guns. Realistic suspension and running gear with torsion bar system. Includes fine surface details such as rivets, weld seams, and access hatches. Ideal for standalone display or diorama scenes. History: The Panther entered service in 1943 and quickly proved its worth on the Eastern Front, excelling against Soviet armour. Its long-barrelled 75mm gun could penetrate most Allied tanks, while its sloped armour provided excellent defensive capability. Despite mechanical issues in early production, improvements through variants A, G, and others solidified its reputation. The Panther served until the end of the war, notably in battles such as Kursk and the Ardennes Offensive, and remains one of the most celebrated tanks in military history.

Tamiya branded ready-to-assemble plastic precision static model kit. It is supplied unpainted and is ideal for model makers and painters! Required to complete: cement, paint and finishing supplies. Highly detailed German Panther Medium Tank design. The assembly kit also includes two figures (a full body tank commander and a driver torso). The model depicts the Ausf.A variant of the renowned German World War II tank Panzerkampfwagen V Panther.