Tamiya 1/35 German Tank Panther Ausf.D Pz.Kpfw. Panther Ausf.D Sd.Kfz.171

🔷 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Kit Overview:The Panther tank (Panzerkampfwagen V, Sd.Kfz.171) was one of the most effective German armored vehicles of World War II, designed to counter the Soviet T-34 with superior firepower, armor, and mobility.

This Tamiya 1/35 scale kit represents the Panther Ausf.D, the first production version introduced in 1943 and famously deployed at the Battle of Kursk. Combining Tamiya’s modern tooling with excellent fit and detail, this kit offers a highly accurate and enjoyable build of one of WWII’s most iconic tanks.

Key Features:• Modern Tamiya tooling (2015 release) with excellent fit • Accurate Ausf.D features including early smoke dischargers• Detailed turret, hull, and suspension• Realistic surface textures (cast mantlet, armor plate detail) • Belt-style tracks for easier assembly• Two crew figures included• Multiple marking options (Battle of Kursk vehicles)

What’s Included:• Complete plastic parts set• 2 crew figures• Decals with marking options• Instruction manual

German Armor Paint Guide (Suggested):

Eastern Front – Kursk 1943:• Base Color:

• Dark Yellow (Dunkelgelb) – Tamiya XF-60 / Vallejo 71.025 / AK RC060

  • Camouflage (Field Applied):

• Red Brown (XF-64 / Vallejo 71.039)

• Olive Green (XF-58 / Vallejo 71.012)

Detail Colors:• Tracks: Dark Brown / Steel• Tools: Wood + Gunmetal• Exhaust: Rust tones

Why This Kit:• One of the best Panther kits for ease of build + accuracy• Excellent balance of detail and simplicity (classic Tamiya engineering)• Ideal for beginners to intermediate armor modelers• Perfect base for weathering and aftermarket upgrades• Highly recognizable WWII subject with strong appeal

Reference:• Scalemates (kit history & details): https://www.scalemates.com/kits/tamiya-35345-panther-ausf-d-early--944299

Shipping Info:• Ships securely packaged to protect box and contents• Combined shipping available on multiple items