{"product_id":"20697-master-sm-700-041-usn-16in45-406-cm-mark-1-barrels-1700","title":"Master SM-700-041 USN 16in\/45 (40.6 cm) Mark 1 barrels (1\/700)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-details\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eMaster SM-700-041 USN 16in\/45 (40,6 cm) Mark 1 Barrels (1\/700) – Set of Brass Naval Gun Barrels\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eMaster SM-700-041 USN 16in\/45 (40.6 cm) Mark 1 barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e set in \u003cstrong\u003e1:700\u003c\/strong\u003e scale is a high-quality modeling accessory designed for \u003cstrong\u003eplastic models of US Navy ships\u003c\/strong\u003e from the \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/strong\u003e era. This product is dedicated to replacing the original plastic gun barrels of 16-inch\/45-caliber (approx. 406 mm) naval guns used, among others, on the famous Colorado-class battleships and some South Dakota-type units. These guns were used by the \u003cstrong\u003eUnited States Navy (USN)\u003c\/strong\u003e from the 1930s, with particular activity during World War II, for example on the USS Maryland (BB-46), USS West Virginia (BB-48), USS Colorado (BB-45), and other battleships participating in battles in the Pacific.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eSet features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBarrels made of \u003cstrong\u003eprecisely turned brass\u003c\/strong\u003e – perfect reproduction of even the finest ballistic details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned for plastic models at \u003cstrong\u003e1\/700\u003c\/strong\u003e scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRealistically shaped barrel tips accurately reflecting the look of the original 16-inch Mark 1 naval guns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAccessory installation is simple – just cut off the plastic barrel, drill a hole, and attach the brass barrel using cyanoacrylate glue (CA).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExcellent fit for models from renowned manufacturers, such as Tamiya, Trumpeter, Hobby Boss, FlyHawk, and others.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe product does not contain resin parts or photo-etched components – these are brass barrels only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical use:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The 16\"\/45 caliber Mark 1 barrels were the primary artillery armament of USN battleships from the 1920s to the 1950s. They stood out not only because of their caliber but also due to their significant firepower, contributing to the success of the US fleet in World War II naval campaigns, especially during the Pacific island battles and bombardments of Japanese positions.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eProduct category:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eMetal detail-up set for plastic ship models (metal upgrade)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eRecommendation and difficulty:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We highly recommend this product both for advanced modelers and intermediate ship model builders who want to enhance realism and detail accuracy in their finished model. \u003cstrong\u003eAssembly difficulty level: 2\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e – basic technical skills are sufficient to use this accessory. The metal barrels increase the durability and aesthetics of the model, while eliminating the risk of bending or breaking the original plastic parts.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    By choosing \u003cstrong\u003eMaster SM-700-041\u003c\/strong\u003e, you are investing in unmatched realism for your battleship model and the longevity of its display.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720185925966,"sku":"MASSM-700-041","price":6.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/3074d847e432b40469bc608de1357409.jpg?v=1755494371","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/20697-master-sm-700-041-usn-16in45-406-cm-mark-1-barrels-1700","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}