Master SM-350-008 IJN 12,7cm/40 (5in) Type 89 barrels - with blastbags (12pcs) – Scale 1:350

The Master SM-350-008 IJN 12.7cm/40 (5in) Type 89 barrels with blastbags in 1:350 scale is a professional set of metal barrels dedicated for modelers building replicas of Imperial Japanese Navy warships from World War II. This specialist set allows you to replace the standard plastic 12.7 cm/40 Type 89 barrels, which were commonly used as dual-purpose artillery on most IJN battleships, cruisers, and aircraft carriers, including the Yamato, Nagato, Kongō, Mogami, and Akagi. The Type 89 is a twin 127 mm anti-aircraft gun, introduced into service in 1932 and used until the end of the war, responsible for the key anti-aircraft defense of major Japanese vessels.

Technical Data and Set Contents

• Scale: 1:350 – perfectly matched for the most popular plastic ship model brands
• Country: Japan (Imperial Japanese Navy, IJN)
• Historical period: World War II (1932-1945)
• Material: precisely turned brass
• The set includes 12 barrels with realistic blastbags
• Barrels designed for easy installation – simply cut off the original plastic barrel, drill a hole and glue in the brass replacement (cyanoacrylate glue recommended)

Advantages and Recommendations

Using Master SM-350-008 metal barrels on ship models increases the realism of the finished model thanks to exquisite detail reproduction and the high durability of the material. The brass barrels do not deform and provide a precise look for key anti-aircraft weaponry components. This product is aimed at both intermediate and advanced modelers who expect the highest level of detail in their projects. The set is perfect for contest builds and professional dioramas.

Category and Assembly Difficulty

• Category: Accessories for plastic ship models, photo-etched and metal elements
• Build difficulty: 3/5 – basic skills in cutting, sanding, and using CA glue are recommended

Master SM-350-008 is an indispensable accessory for enthusiasts of Japanese naval weaponry and anyone wishing to raise the realism of their 1:350 scale ship models to the next level.