Dragon 6168 Sd.Kfz. 171 PANTHER A, NORMANDY 1944 (1/35)

Dragon 6168 Sd.Kfz. 171 PANTHER A, NORMANDY 1944 is a high-quality plastic model kit in the popular 1/35 scale. The model represents one of the most famous German medium tanks of World War II – the Panther Ausf. A, operated during the Normandy battles in 1944. The accuracy characteristic of the Dragon brand makes this set an excellent choice both for advanced armor modelers and ambitious hobbyists wishing to enrich their collection with a unique World War II vehicle.

Historical background and use of the Sd.Kfz. 171 Panther Ausf. A

Panther tanks (Sd.Kfz. 171) have gone down in history as some of the best-designed armored vehicles of the Wehrmacht during World War II. The Ausf. A model, produced in 1943–1944, featured increased armor and an improved turret. It served mainly in the German army and took part in key battles, including the Allied invasion of Normandy in the summer of 1944. The Panther was a formidable opponent for Allied tanks, combining high firepower, reliability, and mobility. Normandy 1944 was a time when these vehicles often faced Shermans and Cromwells in the side fields and villages of France.

Technical details of the Dragon 6168 set

• Scale: 1/35
• Material: high-grade plastic
• Glue and paints not included
• Includes photo-etched parts and clear plastic elements
• Precisely reproduced Magic Tracks type link-and-length tracks
• Historical variant – Normandy 1944: characteristic details and markings from the Normandy campaign
• Possibility to build the model in several historical paint schemes
• Detailed assembly instructions

Why choose the Panther A Dragon 6168?

The Dragon 6168 model is an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers who appreciate historical accuracy and high quality craftsmanship. Rich equipment with photo-etched details and realistically reproduced tracks allows you to create an authentic World War II diorama. This highly detailed kit will be perfect for historical re-enactors and military enthusiasts.

• Category: plastic model kit
• Difficulty level: 4/5 – for experienced modelers or ambitious amateurs
• Recommended for: modelers interested in World War II armored vehicles, collectors, and those building battle dioramas