Panther Tank

Discover one of the most recognisable German armoured vehicles of World War II with the Brixago Panther Tank 35002 building set. This detailed brick-built model represents the German Panzerkampfwagen V Panther, known for its sloped armour, long main gun and distinctive profile. Designed for military history enthusiasts and collectors, the set brings the appearance of this iconic medium tank into a hands-on building experience.

The set contains 953 pieces and is designed in 1:35 scale. Once assembled, the model measures approximately 24.6 cm long, 11.2 cm wide and 12.4 cm high. Its dark grey finish highlights the angular hull, turret and running gear. The long gun barrel, tracked chassis and carefully arranged exterior details give the completed model a distinctive presence, whether during construction or on display.

The design includes several features that make the building experience more engaging. The turret can rotate, and the main gun can be raised or lowered. An opening hatch allows a closer look at the turret, while removable sections make it easier to explore the model's internal layout. Selected interior details and powertrain components are also represented. Detailed tracks, road wheels, armour panels and hull fittings complete the design.

The Brixago Panther Tank 35002 is a rewarding project for anyone who enjoys building military vehicles, exploring engineering details and displaying finished models. It can make a thoughtful gift for a tank enthusiast, a military history fan or a collector of World War II vehicles. With 953 pieces and a 1:35 scale design, the set offers an engaging building project and a distinctive addition to a military-themed collection.

Specifications

• Brand: Brixago
• Name: Panther Tank
• Set Number: 35002
• Piece Count: 953
• Scale: 1:35
• Assembled Dimensions: Approx. 24.6 × 11.2 × 12.4 cm
• Age: 6+

Product Features

• Brand: Brixago
• Name: Panther Tank
• Set Number: 35002
• Piece Count: 953
• Scale: 1:35
• Assembled Dimensions: Approx. 24.6 × 11.2 × 12.4 cm
• Age marking shown on the packaging: 6+
• Rotating turret
• Main gun with adjustable elevation
• Opening hatch on the turret roof
• Removable structural sections for viewing the interior
• Selected interior details and recreated powertrain components
• Detailed tracks and road wheels
• Dark grey finish inspired by historical armoured vehicles
• Building set designed for assembly and collector display

Historical Background: The Panther — A German Medium Tank Developed in Response to the Eastern Front

The history of the Panther began in 1941, when German forces invading the Soviet Union encountered modern Soviet tanks, particularly the T-34 and the heavier KV series. The T-34 attracted attention because of its sloped armour, which increased the effective thickness of protection and made penetration more difficult, as well as its wide tracks and mobility across challenging terrain. Combat experience during the opening months of the invasion exposed the limitations of existing German tank designs and highlighted the need for a new vehicle.

In late 1941, work began on a new medium tank intended to combine effective armour, powerful armament and good mobility. Several German companies, including MAN and Daimler-Benz, took part in the development process. The MAN design was ultimately selected for production and became the basis of the Panther. Compared with earlier German tanks, it featured extensive sloped armour, a long-barrelled main gun and a running gear system designed to support a heavy vehicle while distributing its weight across wide tracks.

The Panther's principal weapon was the 7.5 cm KwK 42 L/70 gun. Its long barrel and high-velocity ammunition gave it substantial armour-penetrating capability, making it a dangerous opponent at medium and long ranges. Combined with the sloped frontal armour, this armament made the Panther particularly formidable in engagements where it could exploit its range and position. Despite its weight, the tank was relatively mobile for its class and could operate alongside other armoured units.

However, the Panther's technical strengths came with significant challenges. Its mechanical systems were complex, and the first vehicles were rushed into service before all reliability problems had been resolved. Early examples suffered from breakdowns involving the drivetrain and other mechanical components, reducing the number of tanks available for combat. The vehicle's weight and demanding maintenance requirements also placed considerable pressure on field workshops, spare-parts supplies and recovery crews. Its battlefield effectiveness therefore depended not only on armour and firepower, but also on crew training, logistics and maintenance.

The Panther first saw large-scale combat during the German offensive at Kursk in July 1943. Its introduction was troubled by mechanical failures and losses caused by technical problems, limiting the immediate impact of the new tank. Subsequent modifications improved reliability, and the Panther became an important part of German armoured formations. It later fought on the Eastern Front, in Italy and in Western Europe, including the fighting that followed the Allied landings in Normandy.

Production continued until the end of the war, and several major versions were introduced with changes to their construction and equipment. The fundamental concept remained the same: combining a powerful gun, sloped armour and mobility in a medium tank. The Panther is frequently regarded as one of the most important German armoured designs of World War II, but its history also illustrates that technical superiority cannot compensate fully for reliability problems, logistical limitations or ineffective tactical employment.

The Brixago Panther Tank 35002 recreates the recognisable silhouette of this historic vehicle in a brick-built form. It offers collectors and military history enthusiasts an opportunity to explore its defining design features through a hands-on building project.