I just finished building my 1/72nd scale German Panther D early by Dragon. The only question I have is this, on the rear end of the tank where do you put the jack? Does it go between the two exhaust pipes or does it go under the the exhaust pipes?
I really have not seen any real good photos to prove either way.
Thank you.
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Questions on the German Panther D early model
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Posted: Tuesday, August 28, 2018 - 01:46 AM UTC
Posted: Tuesday, August 28, 2018 - 02:22 AM UTC
On the Panther Ausf D, the 15t jack goes horizontal over the rear engine access plate. In Feb 1944 the 15t jack was replaced with a 20t jack which was moved vertical between the exhaust pipes on the Ausf. A. This was because the tow coupling was also added at the same time and welded to the access hatch.