1/35 Das Werk/Takom Panther Ausf. G (Super Blitz kit)
Pz.Kpfw. V Panther Ausf. G, coded "174" of unidentified unit, Western Front, May 1945 (based on the photo from Oyvind Leonsen's collection).
Some scratch building involved (mainly the left engine compartment vent, which is very simplified in the kit). Aftermarket: Aber's grills/meshes for Panther G detail set, Aber's spare antenna/cleaning rod tube for Panther detail set, RFM Panther tracks with spare wheels set. Paints: mostly MMP with some ATOM along the way, details painted with Pro Acryl. Weathering: MIG Production and AK pigments and enamel washes, Abtailung 502 oils for final OPR. Markings: decals (code numbers and German cross) from Kagero mini Topcolors 31 Pz.Kpfw. V Panther In Attack & Defence.
Very nice indeed, Tomasz @tomasz73! 👍 That's a great looking tank, with a superb paintjob! 👏 Congratulations on your first article, I'll be looking forward to more from you.
Excellent result, Thomasz!
Thanks Gents! I'm really happy you like it. I'm rather an aviation enthusiast/modeler, with most interest in WW1 and WW2 era airplanes. However, I got involved into a group build of this Takom Blitz Panther kit few months ago, which obliged me to finish the project 😉. I thought it's a good idea to share it also here. Plus, it's always nice to splash some mud😁(which doesn't happen too often with airplane subjects).
Looks fantastic!
What an impressive entry to iModeler, Tomasz @tomasz73
Welcome aboard.
The painting and weathering is very realistic. Although being mainly an aircraft builder, your skills clearly works on tanks as well.
Nice looking build, Tomasz, @tomasz73. I really like the weathering and damaged components on the vehicle. The damage looks real and not over done. Nice to see a target on this site from time to time.
Beautiful work!