Master AM-48-022 Japanese Type 97 7,7mm machine gun barrels (2pcs) (1/48)

The precise Master AM-48-022 Japanese Type 97 7.7mm machine gun barrel set is an excellent upgrade dedicated to modelers looking to enhance the realism of Japanese WWII aircraft replicas in 1:48 scale. This product allows for a faithful recreation of a key armament element used in Japanese Air Force fighters and bombers, such as the Nakajima Ki-43 "Hayabusa", Mitsubishi A6M Zero, or Kawasaki Ki-61 "Hien".

The 7.7mm Type 97 was the standard aircraft machine gun widely used by the Imperial Japanese Air Force from 1938 to 1945. This type of weapon was mounted both in fighters and bombers that participated in the most significant air battles of WWII – from the attack on Pearl Harbor to the fights over the Solomon Islands and campaigns in the Far East. It was characterized by its reliability and compact design, making it a popular choice for Japanese combat aircraft of the era.

The barrel presented by Master is crafted from precisely turned brass. This ensures outstanding sharpness and realistic proportions, and the perforated cooling sleeve has been recreated according to historical originals. The set includes two barrels, allowing you to equip aircraft models with multi-barrel armament. Assembly is exceptionally simple – just cut off the plastic barrel from the model kit, drill a hole, and glue the new brass part in place using cyanoacrylate adhesive.

• Scale: 1/48
• User country: Japan
• Material: turned brass
• Additions: detailed perforated cooling sleeve
• Product type: brass detail, armament part for plastic models
• Historical period: World War II (1938-1945)
• Application: for Japanese aircraft models from this era
• Difficulty level: 1 (also ideal for beginner modelers)

We recommend the Master AM-48-022 Japanese Type 97 set to all aviation modeling enthusiasts who value realism, attention to detail, and historical accuracy. It is an excellent choice both for modelers building out-of-the-box kits and those looking to make conversions or dioramas featuring Japanese WWII aircraft. The quality of workmanship guarantees the highest level of detail replication with minimal effort.