The Panzerkampfwagen V Panther made its debut in 1943 as the best combat vehicle of World War II on the battlefield. It impressed with its mobility, armor protection, and not least, the firepower of its main gun – all criteria that still determine the combat value of a modern battle tank today. Considering that the time from the first concept to the first prototype was less than a year, this achievement of the German Army, the armaments offices, and the industry is unique in history. Despite all the technical difficulties that were inevitably associated with such an advanced design, the vehicle was still able to be successfully deployed in large numbers, thanks solely to the tireless efforts of everyone involved. They were the ones who often ventured into uncharted technical territory and had only one goal in mind day and night: success.