Zimi Model Toucan 3D005 - 1:35 US Navy 40 mm Quad Bofors Metal Shells & Metal Shell Casings 25 & 25 pcs

Zimi Model Toucan 3D005 – US Navy 40 mm Bofors Metal Shells & Casings (25 + 25 pcs, 1:35 scale)

The Zimi Model Toucan 3D005 set in 1:35 scale includes 25 40 mm Bofors shells and 25 corresponding shell casings, all turned from metal. These components offer exceptional detail and realistic metallic texture, making them perfect for enhancing anti-aircraft gun models or naval dioramas depicting ammunition handling scenes.

Set details:

• Scale: 1:35
• Includes: 25 shells and 25 casings (40 mm Bofors)
• Material: turned metal
• Intended use: dioramas and naval weapon models (US Navy)
• Manufacturer: Zimi Model

Assembly and preparation:

The turned metal parts are ready to use out of the box. Before painting, degrease the surface and apply a primer suitable for metal. They can be painted in brass, steel, or green shades, depending on the ammunition type. The set can be used for 40 mm Bofors gun models or as loose accessories in loading and storage scenes.

Recommended tools:

• Tweezers
• Brushes
• Metal primer
• Acrylic or enamel metallic paints

About the 40 mm Bofors gun:

The Bofors 40 mm automatic cannon is one of the most famous anti-aircraft guns of the 20th century, used extensively by the US Navy and Allied fleets during World War II. Its high rate of fire and reliability made it a key defensive weapon aboard countless warships, often mounted in quad configurations for maximum effectiveness.

About the manufacturer:

Zimi Model produces high-quality accessories for scale models, offering both 3D printed and turned metal parts. The company is known for its precision engineering and realistic detailing, providing modelers with top-tier materials for dioramas and military modeling projects.