{"product_id":"28528-roden-716-wwi-bl-8-inch-howitzer-mk-vi-172","title":"Roden 716 WWI BL 8-inch Howitzer Mk. VI 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eRoden 716 WWI BL 8-inch Howitzer Mk. VI 1\/72 – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eRoden 716 WWI BL 8-inch Howitzer Mk. VI\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality plastic model kit for self-assembly, depicting the British heavy howitzer used during World War I. The BL 8-inch Howitzer Mk. VI was one of the key pieces of Allied artillery, serving effectively on the Western Front for destroying fortifications and providing barrage fire between \u003cstrong\u003e1916–1918\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical background\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The BL 8-inch Howitzer Mk. VI was developed in response to the increasing needs of Allied forces for heavy artillery. The design was adopted by the British Army as well as associated imperial units. It enabled striking targets at distances of up to 11 km, which provided significant technical advantage on the battlefield. These howitzers took part in major battles, including Arras, Passchendaele, and the Hundred Days Offensive in 1918, delivering fire support to infantry and effectively destroying German trenches and bunkers.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKit contents and materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit consists of sprues made of high-quality plastic, ensuring precise reproduction of details such as the chassis, recoil mechanisms, gun, and technical equipment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe model does not include photo-etched parts, a metal barrel, or resin accessories – everything has been designed for ease of assembly and painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAn ideal choice for enthusiasts of British artillery and collectors of military equipment from \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War I\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eCategory and purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommended for both beginner modelers interested in historical artillery and more advanced hobbyists – the 1\/72 scale makes it easy to create battle dioramas from the era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eDifficulty level\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty level: 2\/5.\u003c\/strong\u003e The model does not require advanced modeling skills and will be a satisfying project even for intermediate users, as well as those just starting their journey with historical modeling.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    By choosing the \u003cstrong\u003eRoden 716 WWI BL 8-inch Howitzer Mk. VI 1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e, you receive an authentic artillery model in collector's scale that perfectly captures the realities of World War I combat – a must-have for military enthusiasts and military history fans.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Roden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720544047438,"sku":"RO716","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/8058a47d3b86a55698d15366cf585d5f.jpg?v=1755502232","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/28528-roden-716-wwi-bl-8-inch-howitzer-mk-vi-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}