Suyata Plastic Model Kit

PzKpfw V Panther A Medium Tank & 16t Strabokran (1/48) NO001

This unique 1/48 scale kit from Suyata combines the formidable German Panther A medium tank with the specialised 16-ton Strabokran field crane. The pairing captures not only one of the most iconic German armoured vehicles of WWII, but also the ingenious engineering solutions used to support heavy armour in the field.

• Highly detailed Panther A medium tank
• 16t Strabokran crane included
• Injection-moulded plastic parts
• 1/48 scale kit with accurate proportions
• Suitable for advanced modellers

This model kit provides an opportunity to depict realistic maintenance or recovery diorama scenes, showing how the Strabokran crane was employed to lift heavy turrets or perform field repairs on German tanks. Both the Panther A and Strabokran are faithfully reproduced with fine details and precision engineering.

History:

The Panzerkampfwagen V Panther was one of the most important German tanks of the Second World War, entering service in 1943. Designed to counter the Soviet T-34, the Panther combined excellent firepower, armour protection, and mobility, becoming one of the most respected tanks of the conflict. The Panther A variant featured improved armour and a more reliable transmission, making it a formidable opponent on the battlefield.

To maintain such heavy vehicles in combat, the German army employed specialised equipment such as the Strabokran, a mobile gantry crane capable of lifting up to 16 tonnes. This crane could be quickly assembled in the field and was essential for removing tank turrets, engines, or other heavy components during repairs or upgrades. The combination of the Panther and Strabokran highlights the logistical sophistication behind Germany’s armoured forces, allowing them to keep their powerful vehicles operational under difficult wartime conditions.