SKU: MM-TS-046 | Brand: Meng | Product: Meng 1/35 German Medium Tank Sd.Kfz.171 Panther Ausf.A Early Plastic Model Kit Production of the Panther A tank spanned September 1943 through July 1944, with approximately 2,200 units manufactured. The Ausf.A variant incorporated transmission replacement and an entirely new turret design that permitted armor strengthening and modified turret rotation capabilities. The commander's cupola, which crews found problematic due to limited visibility, was replaced with a periscope system. This kit includes multiple component options to represent both D-type and A-type configuration variations. Four paint schemes are provided. Track ice cleats, fine photo-etched parts, metal cables, and metal skirts are included. Compatible with SPS-077 Panther Ausf.A Early Production Zimmerit decal and SPS-057 Panther Early Production track sets. Features functional running gear components and exterior detail accuracy. The Ausf.A represents the maturity point of the Panther tank series following continuous wartime refinement. ---