The Panther Ausf. A (Sd.Kfz. 171) was one of the most significant German medium tanks. It was developed during World War II in response to encounters with the modern Soviet T-34 and KV-1 tanks on the Eastern Front in 1941. Development of the new tank began in late 1941, and serial production of the first Panther Ausf. D variant started in 1943. The Ausf. A variant was produced from August 1943 to May 1944 and introduced a number of improvements over its predecessor.
The Panther's design was largely based on knowledge gained from studying captured Soviet T-34 tanks. The Germans adopted, in particular, the concept of sloped armor, which significantly increased protection without requiring thicker armor plates. At the same time, the Panther incorporated proven elements of German tank engineering, such as an advanced torsion bar suspension system and high-quality optics.
The main armament consisted of the 75 mm KwK 42 L/70 cannon with a high muzzle velocity, capable of destroying most Allied tanks at long range. Secondary armament was provided by two 7.92 mm MG 34 machine guns. The crew consisted of five men – the commander, gunner, loader, driver, and radio operator.
The Panther Ausf. A was deployed primarily on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, where it excelled in firing accuracy, excellent cross-country mobility, and highly effective frontal armor protection. Although its complex design placed greater demands on production and maintenance, it became one of the most respected armored fighting vehicles of World War II.
Today, the Panther Ausf. A is regarded as one of the finest tanks of World War II and remains one of the most popular subjects among collectors, scale model enthusiasts, and military historians.
This 1:10 scale tank kit is primarily designed for radio-controlled operation. However, it can also be built as a static display model. The STL files are designed to provide a highly detailed and realistic build for military vehicle enthusiasts. The construction has been engineered for precise and straightforward assembly using an interlocking system—most components are secured with screws and adhesive, ensuring exceptional structural strength. The upper hull can be easily removed, providing convenient access to the electronics, simplifying maintenance, and making future repairs easier.
The model can optionally be upgraded with a wide range of additional features, including an airsoft firing mechanism, gun recoil, a functional exhaust with smoke effect, or a sound module. The printable files are optimized for home 3D printers, with a strong emphasis on easy printing and straightforward assembly.
Main Features of the Panther Ausf. A (Sd.Kfz. 171):
- Scale: 1:10
- Highly detailed design 1)
- High-quality and extremely robust construction
- Easy removal of the upper hull for convenient access to the electronics inside the model
- Simple assembly using an interlocking system and screws
- Quiet and powerful hybrid belt-driven gearboxes
- Spring-suspended chassis
- Gun recoil (optional)
- Rubber tires for the road wheels can be printed using flexible filament (rubber-like material)
- Detailed assembly manual in Czech and English (a limited preview is available below)
- The model can be further expanded with a sound module, smoke generator, and more
- Compatible with RC systems supporting OpenTX, Heng Long RC systems, and others
Recommended Printing Material: PLA (static display model), PETG, ABS, ASA, TPU/TPE (for the rubber wheel tires only), PC.
Assembly Difficulty: 3/10
Dimensions (approximate):
- Length: 87.5 cm
- Width: 34.2 cm (including fenders)
- Height: 30 cm
- Weight: 7.5 kg (assembled model equipped with basic electronics and gearboxes)
Minimum Print Bed Size: at least 220 × 220 mm (optimal size: 256 × 256 mm) 2)
Printer Type: FDM
File Format: STL
Additional Components Required for Operation: 3)
- 8 kg of printing material see the publicly available assembly manual below (PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, TPU/TPE)
- 2 × 540-size electric motors, 5-slot, 20T, 11,700 RPM (@ 7.4 V)
- 2 × ESCs (Electronic Speed Controllers)
- 1–2 × 2S 7.4 V batteries
- RC transmitter and receiver (minimum 6 channels)
- 1 × MG996 standard continuous-rotation 360° servo
- 1 × MG996 standard 180° servo
- 1 × MG90S mini 90° servo
- M2, M2.5, and M3 hex socket screws
- Springs
- Nuts
- Magnets
- M2 and M3 brass threaded inserts
- Bearings
- XL timing belts
- 1 mm and 1.2 mm stainless steel wire
- Adhesives (cyanoacrylate and two-part epoxy)
A complete list of all components required for assembly is available HERE.
A publicly available preview of the assembly manual can be found HERE (Czech version).
A publicly available preview of the assembly manual can be found HERE (English version).
Delivery Time:
- Usually immediately, but no later than 24 hours after payment is received
Notes:
* Assembly of the model requires precision and previous modeling experience.
* The purchase includes digital files for 3D printing only.
* This model is not an exact replica or scale reproduction of the original combat vehicle; therefore, some details and dimensions may differ slightly from the real vehicle.
1) The Panther Ausf. A model was designed with a strong emphasis on detail. However, it is not an exact replica or scale reproduction of the original vehicle, and some details or dimensions may differ slightly from the real tank.
2) The model can also be printed on a printer with a smaller print bed (<220 mm), but some parts must first be split in the slicer using the cut function. Several larger components have already been designed to fit printers with a 220 × 220 mm print bed. The optimal print bed size is 256 × 256 mm.
3) See the publicly available assembly manual linked in the product description.