The Panther G is the final model of the famed Panther tank. When Germany's tank designers revamped the old Panther A; they gave it a thicker; but more vertical; one-piece hull side to mate up with the superstructure of the Jagdpanther; and eliminated the drivers direct vision slot.

The result was slightly stronger armour; but more importantly; was easier to manufacture. The new model retained the very long-barrelled 7.5cm KwK42 gun of its predecessor; which a year after its introduction was still a match for any tank in existence; penetrating 124mm (4.9) of sloped armour at 500m. The strong front armour of the Panther G matched its gun; comprising 80mm (3.15) of well-sloped armour plate. This was more than enough to turn the shot of any gun less powerful than its own.