Dragon 7696 Panther G Late Production w/Air Defense Armor 1/72 – plastic scale model kit

Dragon 7696 Panther G Late Production w/Air Defense Armor in 1/72 scale is an extremely detailed plastic model kit depicting one of the most important modifications of the German medium tank from the final stages of World War II. This model precisely replicates a late-production Ausf. G series vehicle, equipped with additional air defense armor, designed to increase the crew's survivability against ever more numerous Allied ground attack aircraft.

Scale: 1/72
Product category: Plastic scale model kit
User country: Third Reich (Germany)
Service period: World War II, 1944–1945
Material: High-quality plastic (polystyrene)

Historical background and application

The Panther Ausf. G was the most advanced variant of this tank series, designed to effectively confront both Soviet T-34s and American Shermans. Especially the late versions of this vehicle stood out by the use of a special anti-aircraft plate for protection from air attacks, as well as modern sloped armor plates. Panther G tanks fought in, among others, the battles on the Eastern Front, the Ardennes, and during the fighting in Germany in 1945.

Model features

• The model accurately represents the air defense armor details—unique Fliegerbeschuss-type shields—and the distinctive late-production turret and hull features
• Complex single-link track construction for maximum realism
• Abundant details—precisely reproduced hatches, exhaust system, and periscope equipment
• Realistic armor surface texture, detailed tools and operational components
• Clear, intuitive assembly instructions

Who do we recommend it to?

Dragon 7696 Panther G Late Production w/Air Defense Armor 1/72 is especially recommended for intermediate-level modellers who appreciate both historical accuracy and precise details. This kit is perfect for collections focused on late WWII German armored vehicles, as well as for historical dioramas.

Build difficulty level: 3/5

It's an excellent choice for hobbyists looking to enrich their collection with an authentic late-war vehicle featuring unique anti-aircraft solutions and meticulously recreated details.