After the introduction of the PzKpfw (Armoured Fighting Vehicle) V Panther it was quickly realized that previous recovery vehicles did not have sufficient power to recover heavy battle tanks from the battlefield. As a short-term emergency measure, a dozen model D Panthers from the current production line were converted to function as recovery vehicles. To this end the turret bearing ring was covered with wood and a strengthened towing assembly and an auxiliary crane were mounted on the rear end. This combination proved to be so successful that by 1945 a total of 339 Bergepanther been built.
- Early version of the Bergepanther.
- Finely detailed and engraved surfaces.
- Tracks consisting of single links.
- Authentic Interleaved Track Suspension.
- Auxiliary Crane.
- Towing Mechanism.
- Finely Detailed Tool Kit.
- Machine Gun.
Authentic Decal Set for two Germany Wehrmacht Versions:
- Bergepanther der s.PzAbt 505, Russland 1944.
- Bergepanther der s.Pz. Jäg. Abt 654, Ruhr Kessel 1945.