Panzer Art GB35-056 Jagdpanther mid mantlet with KwK43/3 gun 1/35

Panzer Art GB35-056 provides a high-quality upgrade set designed for the 1/35 scale Jagdpanther model. The set includes an accurately reproduced resin mid mantlet and a precisely crafted metal KwK43/3 barrel – a key component of the German tank destroyer’s armament from World War II. This is an excellent choice for modelers seeking exceptional details and realistic representation of historical armored vehicles.

Historical Information

The Jagdpanther (Sd.Kfz.173) was a German tank destroyer developed on the chassis of the Panther tank. Production began in 1944 and continued until the end of World War II. The Jagdpanther was armed with the powerful 8.8 cm PaK 43/3 gun, which was among the most effective anti-tank weapons of its era. Jagdpanthers participated in battles on the Western Front during operations in Normandy, the Ardennes, as well as on the Eastern Front, where they proved effective against Allied tanks thanks to their excellent armor and firepower.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: Germany
• Historical period: World War II (1944-1945)
• Material: Mantlet made from high-quality resin, barrel from precisely machined aluminum/metal alloy
• Category: Model accessory – resin set with metal barrel for plastic model kits
• Extras: The metal barrel allows for a higher level of realism and durability compared to plastic counterparts

Recommendations

The Panzer Art GB35-056 product is especially recommended for advanced modelers and collectors who value high historical accuracy and attention to detail. The resin mantlet part is excellently reproduced, and the metal barrel reflects the original geometry of the Jagdpanther’s armament. Thanks to this set, it is possible to significantly enhance the quality of any model – especially the so-called “mid production” version available from manufacturers such as Tamiya or Dragon.

Difficulty level: 4/5. We recommend this product to those with experience working with resin and metal accessories. It is ideal for diorama building and precise reconstructions of tank models from the latter half of World War II.