Italeri 1/72 Pz Kpfw V Panther Ausf G

German Medium Tank

2 Quick Assembly Model Kits

Brand new, sealed and unbuilt.

Ref No : IT7504

This kit includes two fast assembly kits with 12 parts each.

A neat example of what was probably the best all round tank of WWII. The Panther was introduced into service in 1943 in response to the Russian T-34 exhibiting the same sloped armour design which increased the effective thickness of armour as well as improving shot deflection. The Panther was armed with the lethal high velocity KwK 42 L/70 75mm gun as well as two MG34. 

Entering service at Kursk (Operation Citadel) in 1943 its initial debut was less than glorious. However, following modifications the Panther saw extensive service in the Eastern and Western front as well as in Italy. One particular feature of some Ausf G was the introduction of a chin on the gun mantlet to mitigate the risk of AP shots being 'bounced' downwards through the thinner upper hull armour. This had for a while been one of the favoured tactics to take out a Panther when facing one head on.

Although earlier variants continued in service, the Ausf G was the main variant in late war Panzer Divisions right through to the end of the war. Along with the Pz Kpfw IV, the Panther was the main battle tank of the German Panzer Division, usually representing one of the two battalions - the other being Pz Kpfw IV.

Whether for wargaming or just building for display this brand new kit is a beauty. Not to be missed.

 

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