Panasonic — Japan
HIT 395W B
The Panasonic HIT 395W B is a 395W HJT solar panel with 20.9% efficiency. Made in Japan. Backed by a 25-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 Tier
395W
Wattage
20.9%
Efficiency
HJT
Cell Type
25 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Panasonic
- Model
- HIT 395W B
- Series
- HIT
- Wattage
- 395W
- Module Efficiency
- 20.9%
- Cell Type
- HJT
- Dimensions
- 65-67" x 39-40"
- Weight
- 44 lbs
- Warranty
- 25 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $3.42
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $23,940
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $34,200
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.25%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- 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 425W E HC | 425W | 22.4% | $4.29 |
| SunPower Maxeon 425W D Pro | 425W | 22.4% | $4.29 |
| Maxeon 3 425W C Plus | 425W | 22.3% | $4.08 |
| SunPower Maxeon 420W B Silver | 420W | 22.2% | $4.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 395W Panasonic HIT 395W B cost?
The Panasonic HIT 395W B costs approximately $1351 per panel ($$3.42/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $23,940 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 395W B a good solar panel?
The Panasonic HIT 395W B has 20.9% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the premium tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Panasonic HIT 395W B panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 18 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 26 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.