Jinko Solar — China
Tiger-42 HC
The Jinko Solar Tiger-42 HC is a 425W N-Type TOPCon solar panel with 20.4% efficiency. Backed by a 25-year warranty.
Standard TierFEOC: RestrictedBifacial
425W
Wattage
20.4%
Efficiency
N-Type TOPCon
Cell Type
25 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Jinko Solar
- Model
- Tiger-42 HC
- Series
- Tiger
- Wattage
- 425W
- Module Efficiency
- 20.4%
- Cell Type
- N-Type TOPCon
- Dimensions
- 66-80" x 39-41"
- Weight
- 48 lbs
- Warranty
- 25 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.13
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $14,910
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $21,300
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.25%/°C
- Bifacial
- Yes
- Origin
- China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Jinko Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger 485W D | 485W | 22.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.69 |
| Tiger 480W C All-Black | 480W | 22.6% | PERC | $2.64 |
| Tiger 470W B BF | 470W | 22.2% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.55 |
| Tiger 470W E Pro | 470W | 22.2% | PERC | $2.55 |
| Tiger 465W A HC | 465W | 22% | PERC | $2.50 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxeon 3 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.5% | $4.72 |
| SunPower Maxeon 455W E Pro | 455W | 23.4% | $4.71 |
| Maxeon 3 450W D Plus | 450W | 23.3% | $4.61 |
| SunPower Maxeon 445W D Plus | 445W | 23.1% | $4.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 425W Jinko Solar Tiger-42 HC cost?
The Jinko Solar Tiger-42 HC costs approximately $905 per panel ($$2.13/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $14,910 before incentives.
⚠ The 30% federal solar tax credit has ended — Section 25D expired December 31, 2025, and the Section 48E construction-start deadline passed July 4, 2026.
Selecting 30% ITC assumes you began construction before this deadline. Most new purchases no longer qualify.Learn about your options after the deadline →
Is the Jinko Solar Tiger-42 HC a good solar panel?
The Jinko Solar Tiger-42 HC has 20.4% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Jinko Solar Tiger-42 HC panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 17 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 24 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.