1943- German PzKw V Panther Model G

1943- German PzKw V Panther Model G
Armament:       1 - 75mm gun KwK 42 L/70
                            1 - 7.92mm MG
Engine:             Maybach HL230P30, V-12 gas, 700 hp
Speed:              28.6 mph
Range:             125 miles
Crew:                5
Weight:             50.2 tons
Developed in response to Russian T-34.  One of the best tanks of WWII.  Had much influence on post-war tank design.  Ausf G was the final model of this tank. Early versions suffered from mechanical problems, due to lack of adequate testing. Produced until 1945. Saw action on all fronts. Gun had excellent anti- armor capability. Could out duel T-34 at long range. Excellent suspension system . Could traverse rough  terrain at speed. Over 5900 built. Served with the French army after  the war.