RB Model 35B132 120mm M58 Barrel for M103, M103 A1 and M103 A2 tanks designed for Dragons kit number DRA-3548 1/35

RB Model 35B132 is a high-quality metal 120mm M58 barrel designed to replicate the American heavy tanks M103, M103A1, and M103A2 in 1/35 scale. This precisely CNC-turned component was created specifically as a replacement for the plastic barrel in the Dragon DRA-3548 kit, allowing for a much higher level of realism and detail in your scale modeling work.

Historical information:

• User country: United States
• Service period: Cold War (1957–1974)
• Historical overview: The M103 heavy tank series was used by the US Army and USMC during the Cold War as a response to the Soviet IS-3 tanks. Armed with the powerful 120mm M58 gun, these tanks were characterized by solid armor and were among the largest tanks in the US arsenal. Their primary role was to engage other heavy tanks and provide support to armored units. First entering service in 1957, they operated mainly in Western Europe and Korea.

Product features:

• Scale: 1/35, perfect compatibility with Dragon DRA-3548 kit
• Category: Metal model accessories – metal barrel for a plastic assembly kit
• Material: Metal (precision CNC-turned brass)
• Details: Highest fidelity of shape, perfectly smooth surface, realistically rendered muzzle and rifling details
• Finish: Natural metal, intended to be painted as per the modeller's individual preferences
• Application: Allows replacement of the factory plastic barrel with a durable and much more detailed metal version
• Manufacturer: RB Model – Polish leader in model accessories with an international reputation

We recommend this product for intermediate and advanced modellers. Assembly requires precision and a basic knowledge of working with plastic kits fitted with metal upgrades. Difficulty level: 2/5. The metal barrel significantly increases the realism of the tank and eliminates the issues of seams and warping present in glued plastic barrels. This is a must-have addition for anyone seeking maximum historical accuracy.