Quickboost QB72469 Lancaster B.II gun barrels (round perf.) 1/72 Airfix – machine gun barrels for Avro Lancaster B.II model kit

Presenting the detail set Quickboost QB72469 Lancaster B.II gun barrels (round perf.) 1/72 Airfix, dedicated for the Avro Lancaster B.II aircraft model in 1/72 scale produced by Airfix. This super-detailed set of resin machine gun barrels is an excellent choice for modelers wishing to enhance the realism of their Lancaster and pay attention to every historical detail.

Contents and materials

• Precise machine gun barrels made from high-quality resin, ensuring sharp detail and durability.
• Perforation holes faithfully reproduced in accordance with historical documentation of the B.II type (round perforated).
• Product intended for Airfix plastic models, 1/72 scale.

Avro Lancaster B.II – historical background

The Avro Lancaster is a British heavy bomber, a key aircraft of the Royal Air Force during World War II. The B.II variant was developed as an alternative to the basic Lancaster, fitted with Bristol Hercules engines instead of Rolls-Royce Merlin engines. The B.II Lancasters were mainly used by the Royal Air Force between 1942–1945 and took part in the most important bombing raids on strategic targets of the Third Reich, including the famous Black Buck operation, as well as during numerous night operations in World War II.

Features and advantages of the Quickboost QB72469 set

• Exceptional historical accuracy – the perforations match the original barrels used in Lancaster B.II aircraft.
• Easy installation – the part fits Airfix models, replacing the factory machine gun barrels.
• Resin construction guarantees very sharp detail while maintaining delicate, thin barrel walls.
• Durable product, resistant to deformation and external factors.

Category and difficulty level

Category: resin detail set for 1/72 scale plastic models.
Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – a part for easy assembly, requiring only basic modeling skills and precision when cutting original barrels and gluing resin parts.

Who do we recommend it for?

We recommend this set to both ambitious modelers who want to faithfully reproduce the historical details of their models, and intermediate hobbyists wishing to enhance the realism of their Airfix Lancaster B.II model. An excellent choice for World War II aviation enthusiasts!