Trumpeter 1/35 German E75 Panther 75 to 100 Ton Tank
The Heereswaffenamt (Army Weapons Department) of the German Army started a rationalization and development program to conserve materials and manpower as the war progressed. The Tiger was to be replaced by the E-75 of approximately 75 tons. The engine chosen was an improved version of the May Bach HL230 as fitted to the Panther and the Tiger II. Called the HL234, it developed 900 HP using fuel injection, and was expected to produce up to 1200 HP with supercharging. The location of fuel tanks, radiators and fans was similar to the Tiger II. This plastic model kit is an accurate representation of the military vehicle.