Master SM-700-020 USN 5in/54 (12.7 cm) Mark 45 barrels (2pcs) - Ticonderoga class and many modern warships

The Master SM-700-020 USN 5in/54 (12.7 cm) Mark 45 barrels (2pcs) set is a high-quality, precisely made artillery barrels kit intended for scale models of Ticonderoga-class warships and many other modern vessels of the United States Navy. This product is dedicated to modelers working with the popular 1:700 scale, who wish to upgrade standard plastic parts with highly realistic detailing parts.

Product specifications

• 5in/54 (12.7 cm) Mark 45 type artillery barrels – the set includes 2 pieces
• Material: high-quality turned brass, ensuring perfect scale, detail, and durability
• Dedicated for the following ship models: California (CGN-36), Virginia (CGN-38), Ticonderoga (CG-47), Arleigh Burke (DDG-51), Spruance (DD-963), Kidd (DDG-993) and other vessels equipped with the Mark 45 gun
• Replaces the original plastic parts in selected glue-together plastic model kits

Historical background

The 5in/54 Mark 45 gun is a modern, automatic 127 mm naval gun introduced into United States Navy service during the Cold War and widely used to the present day. Revered for its versatility, it has been mounted on numerous escort ships such as guided missile cruisers and destroyers, taking part in Persian Gulf operations, Enduring Freedom, and other contemporary naval conflicts.

Application and assembly

Replacing plastic barrels with Master brass barrels greatly enhances the realism of scale models – not only in terms of detail, but also the strength of the entire construction. Assembly is extremely simple: cut off the plastic barrel from the model, drill an appropriate hole, and glue the brass barrel in place with CA glue. Due to the ease of installation, we rate the difficulty level as 1/5.

Recommendation

We recommend the Master SM-700-020 set to all modelers – both beginners and advanced – who appreciate realism, durability, and detail in their 1:700 scale warship models. Brass barrels of this class are valued at international modeling competitions and meet the expectations of even the most demanding hobbyists.

Product category

Modeling accessories, brass barrels for plastic models (1:700 scale)