Tamiya 1/35 Panther Type G Early Plastic Model Kit
Build one of the finest German medium tanks of World War II with the Tamiya 1/35 Panther Type G Early Plastic Model Kit. The Panther Ausf. G combined outstanding firepower, excellent mobility, and highly effective sloped armor, making it one of the most respected armored vehicles of the war. This kit accurately recreates the early-production Panther Ausf. G, featuring realistic weld seams, detailed armor plating, and the exceptional fit and engineering Tamiya is renowned for.
Designed for both experienced armor modelers and newcomers alike, this highly detailed kit includes realistic suspension components, optional open or closed hatches, spare track links, and a movable rear turret escape hatch that allows viewing of the gun breech detail. Whether you're creating a late-war battlefield scene or displaying the Panther on its own, this kit provides an excellent foundation for painting, weathering, and aftermarket detailing.
Key Features
- Highly detailed 1/35 scale plastic model kit
- Authentic early-production Panther Ausf. G
- Realistic hull and turret weld seams
- Optional Schürzen side armor plates
- Movable rear turret escape hatch
- Commander, driver, and radio operator hatches can be built open or closed
- Separate suspension arms for enhanced realism
- Spare track links and accessories included
- Excellent platform for painting and weathering
- Assembly required
- Paint and cement sold separately
Historical Background
Introduced in early 1944, the Panther Ausf. G was the final and most-produced version of Germany's famous Panther medium tank. Designed to improve on earlier Panther variants, the Ausf. G featured simplified manufacturing, revised hull armor, and improved crew protection while retaining the powerful 7.5cm KwK 42 L/70 gun. The Panther proved capable of engaging Allied armor at long range and served extensively on both the Eastern and Western Fronts through the final year of the war. Its combination of firepower, mobility, and protection has earned it a reputation as one of the finest tank designs of World War II.