20.00 GBP
Scale 1/35
workable tracks
Panther Early Production
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The product is a 1/35 scale workable track set for the WWII Panzerkampfwagen V - Panther german tank early pattern. This resin-printed replica is designed for a Tamiya, Takom, RFM, Meng, Das Werk and Dragon scale modeling kits. This high‑quality resin printed tracks set delivers unmatched precision and value. Perfect for modelers and military vehicles enthusiasts seeking realistic detail without a premium price tag.
Tested on the following brands kits:
Tested on the following brands kits:
- Tamiya,
- Takom,
- RFM,
- Meng,
- Das Werk,
- Dragon,
- Revel
This set contains:
- 220 track links
- 440 half-pins
Why Choose This Set:
- premium resin print,
- crisp detail,
- minimal flash,
- workable design,
- tracks fold realistically once assembled,
- ready to assembly,
- ready to paint,
- no glue required,
- UK based seller,
- dispatch within a week, reliable delivery
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This set contains:
- 220 track links
- 440 half-pins
Facts about the tracks
The late-production tracks of the Panther tank (Ausf. A late to Ausf. G, 1944–45) were designed to keep the tank effective while simplifying production under wartime pressure. Here are the key facts:
Standard Wide Tracks Retained
- The Panther kept its 660 mm-wide tracks throughout production.
- These provided:
- Low ground pressure
- Good mobility over mud, snow, and soft terrain
- Even late in the war, this width remained a major advantage.
Simplified Track Link Design
- Late Panther tracks were slightly simplified in casting and machining.
- Edges and details were less refined to:
- Speed up production
- Reduce manufacturing cost
- Performance stayed largely unchanged.
Improved Durability
- Track links and pins were strengthened compared to early Panthers.
- Early-war issues (like premature wear and breakage) were less common by late production.
- Reliability improved, though still not perfect.
Interleaved Road Wheels (Still Present)
- The Panther retained its interleaved/overlapping road wheel system, similar in concept to the Tiger I.
- Benefits:
- Smooth ride
- Good weight distribution
- Drawbacks:
- Mud and ice buildup still a problem
- Maintenance remained complex
Mud & Ice Issues Continued
- Like the Tiger, late Panthers could suffer from:
- Frozen mud jamming the wheels and tracks
- Crews often had to clear debris manually in harsh conditions.
Track Pin & Connector Improvements
- Late designs featured more secure track pins.
- Reduced risk of:
- Pins working loose
- Tracks failing during movement
No Transport Track Swap Needed
- Unlike the Tiger I, the Panther:
- Did NOT require separate transport tracks
- Its standard tracks were narrow enough for rail transport, which:
- Saved time
- Reduced crew workload
Combat Performance
- Late Panther tracks helped maintain:
- Excellent cross-country speed
- Good stability when firing
- Combined with its suspension, the Panther was one of the best-moving German tanks of WWII.
Overall
- Late-production Panther tracks were:
- More reliable and easier to produce
- Still somewhat complex compared to Allied designs like the T-34
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