Aifix Model #01302 Panther Tank HO/OO Unopened Box 1986

New in it's original box. We acquired a large lot of various models at a recent estate sale. Big Collector.. The Panther was a German medium tank deployed during World War II, designed to counter the Soviet T-34 and replace the earlier Panzer III and Panzer IV tanks. The Panther tank was known for its firepower, mobility, and well-sloped armor. Here are key details about the Panther tank: 1. Design and Development: * The Panther tank was developed by Nazi Germany in response to the success of the Soviet T-34 tank on the Eastern Front. The project began in 1941, and the first Panthers entered service in 1943. * The design was led by Daimler-Benz and MAN. 2. Armor: * The Panther featured sloped armor, providing enhanced protection compared to its predecessors. * The front glacis plate was well-sloped, and the tank's overall design aimed at maximizing protection without sacrificing mobility. 3. Armament: * The Panther was armed with a high-velocity 75 mm KwK 42 L/70 gun. This gun was effective against both enemy tanks and infantry. * The tank also had a coaxial machine gun for anti-infantry purposes.