Italeri 6534 Pz.Kpfw.V Panther Ausf.G Late Model Kit

The "Panther" was definitely one of the most famous tanks of World War II. Developed as a direct answer to T-34 and KV-1 Soviet tanks that outclassed, in terms of performance and armament, the Panzer III and Panzer IV on the eastern front. Powered by a 12V Mayback 690 hp engine, it was armed with the very effective, especially for anti-tank use, Kwk 42 L/70 75 mm gun. The Panther Ausf. G was produced from March 1944 and was characterized by a strengthened hull, a different design of the commander’s cupola, improved gun protection and "Zimmerit" anti-magnetic mine paste. Panther Ausf. G had a crew of 5 men. It was produced in more than 2,000 units and served on all fronts : Italy, France and Eastern front.