Panther Sd.Kfz.171 Ausf. A 1/56 scale model kit + Italeri 75003 glue and paints

The Italeri 75003 Panther Sd.Kfz.171 Ausf. A is a 1/56 scale plastic model kit representing one of the most famous German tanks of World War II. Part of the Starter Set - Easy Paint range, it includes a detailed kit, glue, and three acrylic markers to aid in building the model. Once assembled, the model measures 15.4 cm in length.

This kit reproduces the Panzerkampfwagen V Panther , also designated Sd.Kfz.171. Developed by Germany during World War II, the Panther was designed in the context of the fighting on the Eastern Front, where Soviet T-34 and KV-1 tanks had highlighted the limitations of the Panzer III and Panzer IV tanks then in use. It has become a major subject for military armor enthusiasts, particularly due to its low profile, steeply sloping glacis plate, and turret equipped with a long gun.

On the actual vehicle, the search for a balance between protection, mobility, and firepower was a defining characteristic of the Panther's design. Its sloped frontal armor contributed to improved protection without relying solely on increased armor thickness. It was powered by a 700 hp Maybach V12 engine and armed with the high-velocity 75 mm KwK 42 anti-tank gun. The Panther saw action in the major European theaters of operation, notably in Italy, France, and on the Eastern Front.

The Italeri model kit represents the Ausf. A version of the Panther. Its 1/56 scale is suitable for building a collection of World War II armored vehicles and for creating military scenes or dioramas in this format. The kit is rated Skill 1 , a level suitable for an accessible approach to assembling armored vehicle models.

The box contains a highly detailed plastic kit , glue , and three acrylic markers . These elements make this a practical starter set for beginning a military model project or expanding a collection dedicated to Wehrmacht tanks. The acrylic markers allow for easy application of the included colors using a simple and user-friendly painting tool.

The included decals allow for two versions . They provide the necessary markings to personalize the Panther's final appearance and enhance its integration into a historical display. After assembly and decoration, the model can be displayed on its own, integrated into a 1/56 scale armored vehicle collection, or placed in a World War II-inspired countryside, road, or urban setting.

The Italeri Panther Sd.Kfz.171 Ausf. A 75003 is a compact and well-documented model of a German tank, an iconic vehicle of the conflict. It combines the essential elements of a starter set while retaining the historical interest and distinctive visual presence of the Panther.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Italeri
• Reference: 75003
• Subject: Panther Sd.Kfz.171 Ausf. HAS
• Type: military tank model
• Scale: 1/56
• Period: World War II
• Country represented: Germany
• Level: Skill 1
• Assembled model length: 15.4 cm
• Contents: detailed plastic kit, glue and 3 acrylic markers
• Decoration: decals for 2 versions
• Box dimensions: 290 x 190 x 45 mm