Aber 72L-62 German 88mm L/56 two-piece barrel for Flak 36/37 (1/72) is a high-quality metal barrel dedicated to modelers building German anti-aircraft and anti-tank guns Flak 36 and Flak 37 in 1:72 scale. Manufactured by the renowned Polish company Aber, specializing in precision modeling accessories, it offers unmatched detail and solid craftsmanship.

The barrel is intended for plastic models and is an excellent alternative to factory plastic components, which often lack detail and do not provide appropriate stiffness or precise edges. The barrel is made of high-grade brass, precisely CNC-machined, which guarantees a realistic appearance and dimensional accuracy true to the original. The product consists of two perfectly matched parts, which further allows for a faithful reproduction of the original gun’s construction details.

• Scale: 1/72
• Material: brass, metal element
• Category: metal model accessory, barrel for plastic models
• Designed for: Flak 36/37 – German anti-aircraft/anti-tank gun (88 mm)
• Historical period: World War II
• Country of use: Germany (Wehrmacht, Luftwaffe)
• Includes: two-piece barrel, assembly instructions

Historical background:

The Flak 36 and Flak 37 are legendary German 88 mm (8.8 cm) anti-aircraft guns, widely used during World War II from 1936 until the end of the conflict. They became famous for their remarkable effectiveness against Allied aircraft as well as for their role as anti-tank guns – especially in North Africa, on the Eastern Front, and during the defense of Berlin. The Aber 72L-62 set enables you to accurately recreate the characteristic L/56 barrel of these cannons, giving your model maximum historical realism.

Product recommendation:

The Aber 72L-62 is an accessory recommended for all modelers wishing to take their projects to a higher level of realism and detail. The product is ideal for advanced as well as intermediate modelers; with careful assembly, it can also be used by beginners. The difficulty level of assembly is rated at 2/5. This barrel is a perfect addition to any Flak 36/37 model in 1/72 scale, enhancing the aesthetic value of the kit and ensuring exceptional accuracy of detail.