Aber 350L-03 - 1:350 Set of 12 pcs 127mm type 89 A/A short barrels for Japan ships

Aber 1:350L-03 – set of 12 turned 127 mm Type 89 barrels (short) for Japanese ships in 1:350 scale

This set contains 12 turned metal 127 mm Type 89 anti-aircraft gun barrels in the short version, intended for models of Japanese ships in 1:350 scale. The turned barrels replace the plastic parts of the base model.

The ship model is not part of the set and must be obtained separately. Note that this is the short variant – the long version of the Type 89 barrels is available separately (1:350L-02).

What's in the box:

• 12 turned metal 127 mm Type 89 barrels (anti-aircraft gun, short version)
• Illustrated assembly instructions

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:350
• Catalogue number: Aber 1:350L-03
• Manufacturer: Aber
• Dedicated gun: 127 mm Type 89 anti-aircraft gun (short version)
• Dedicated ship: Japanese ships
• Type: set of turned metal barrels
• Material: turned metal (aluminium or brass)

Turned metal barrels – a quick model upgrade

Replacing the kit's plastic barrels with turned metal ones is one of the easiest ways to raise the realism of a ship model. Turned barrels offer more accurate dimensions, smoother walls and sharper muzzles than injection-moulded parts.

Cyanoacrylate (super) glue works best for fixing the barrels in place. It is worth considering priming and painting the barrels beforehand so they match the colour of the rest of the armament.

About the gun – 127 mm Type 89:

The 127 mm Type 89 gun was the standard dual-purpose anti-aircraft gun of the Imperial Japanese Navy during the Second World War. It was mounted in twin positions on battleships, aircraft carriers and cruisers.

The short version of the barrels corresponds to specific mounting variants and armament configurations of individual ships. The Type 89 gun formed the backbone of the anti-aircraft defence of large Imperial fleet vessels.

Original specifications:

• Calibre: 127 mm
• Type: Type 89 dual-purpose anti-aircraft gun (short version)
• Application: Japanese ships (battleships, carriers, cruisers)

About the manufacturer – Aber:

Aber is a Polish manufacturer of modelling accessories, known above all for photo-etched parts and turned metal barrels. For years the company has supplied modellers with precise components for upgrading military and naval models. Aber's turned barrels are valued for their dimensional accuracy and careful reproduction of detail. The products are prepared on the basis of historical documentation. The brand is recognised by modellers around the world.