Pz. V

The Pz. V, also known as the Panther, was a German medium tank developed during World War II. It was created in response to the formidable Soviet T-34 tank. The Panther entered production in late 1942 and saw active service shortly after.

Considered one of the finest tanks of the war, the Panther weighed 45 tons and was powered by a 700-horsepower engine, allowing it to reach speeds of up to 28 miles per hour. Its sloped armor, up to 80 mm thick at the front, provided excellent protection, and its long-barreled 75-mm gun offered good range and penetration against enemy tanks. Despite initial mechanical issues, the Panther proved highly effective on both the Eastern and Western fronts, particularly against Allied tanks like the U.S. Sherman. Over 5,000 Panthers were built during the war.12