Aber 350L-10 - 1:350 Set of 6 pcs 155 mm barrels for Japanese ships Yamato and Musashi

Aber 1:350L-10 – set of 6 turned 155 mm barrels for Yamato and Musashi in 1:350 scale

This set contains 6 turned metal 155 mm secondary gun barrels intended for models of the Japanese battleships Yamato and Musashi 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.

What's in the box:

• 6 turned metal 155 mm barrels (secondary gun)
• Illustrated assembly instructions

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:350
• Catalogue number: Aber 1:350L-10
• Manufacturer: Aber
• Dedicated gun: 155 mm secondary gun
• Dedicated ship: Japanese battleships Yamato, Musashi
• 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 ship – Yamato and Musashi:

Yamato and Musashi were Japanese Yamato-class battleships, the largest battleships ever built. In addition to the 460 mm main guns, their armament was supplemented by 155 mm secondary guns mounted in triple turrets.

The 155 mm guns originally came from cruiser armament and gave the battleships defence against lighter enemy vessels. During service some of these turrets were removed in favour of strengthening the anti-aircraft artillery.

Original specifications:

• Calibre: 155 mm
• Type: naval secondary gun (medium-calibre artillery)
• Application: Yamato-class battleships (Yamato, Musashi)

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.