Panasonic — Japan
HIT 380W A Max
The Panasonic HIT 380W A Max is a 380W HJT solar panel with 20.0% efficiency. Made in Japan. Backed by a 30-year warranty.
Discontinued panel — still supported for existing owners. Panasonic ended in-house solar panel manufacturing in 2022 Specs below reflect the final production version.
Premium TierBifacial
380W
Wattage
20%
Efficiency
HJT
Cell Type
30 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Panasonic
- Model
- HIT 380W A Max
- Series
- HIT
- Wattage
- 380W
- Module Efficiency
- 20%
- Cell Type
- HJT
- Dimensions
- 65-67" x 39-40"
- Weight
- 43 lbs
- Warranty
- 30 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $3.00
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $21,000
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $30,000
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.25%/°C
- Bifacial
- Yes
- Origin
- Japan
- FEOC Status
- likely_pass
Other Panasonic Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIT 425W E Pro | 425W | 22.5% | HJT | $4.18 |
| HIT 420W D Plus | 420W | 22.3% | HJT | $4.08 |
| HIT 420W A Ultra | 420W | 22.3% | HJT | $4.08 |
| HIT 415W C | 415W | 22% | HJT | $3.94 |
| HIT 415W E Max | 415W | 22% | HJT | $3.94 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| SunPower Maxeon 410W B | 410W | 21.9% | $4.08 |
| SunPower Maxeon 410W D HD | 410W | 21.9% | $4.08 |
| Maxeon 3 410-B Silver | 410W | 21.8% | $3.82 |
| SunPower Maxeon-40 HC | 405W | 21.7% | $4.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 380W Panasonic HIT 380W A Max cost?
The Panasonic HIT 380W A Max costs approximately $1140 per panel ($$3.00/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $21,000 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 Panasonic HIT 380W A Max a good solar panel?
The Panasonic HIT 380W A Max has 20% efficiency and a 30 years warranty, placing it in the premium tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Panasonic HIT 380W A Max panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 19 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 27 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.