The presented set Master SM-700-006 IJN 15,5cm/60 (6.1in) 3rd Year Type barrels (12pcs) - Yamato, Musashi, Oyodo is a high-quality modeling accessory dedicated to enthusiasts of naval modeling in 1:700 scale. This item is an extremely detailed replica of the secondary artillery barrels used on the Japanese battleships Yamato, Musashi, and the cruiser Oyodo, as well as other Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) vessels.

Historical background: The 15.5 cm/60 3rd Year Type guns were among the primary dual-purpose artillery models in service with the Japanese Navy during World War II. Introduced in the early 1930s, they were mainly used as intermediate armament or heavy secondary artillery. They served for surface target bombardment and, to a limited extent, for anti-aircraft defense. The particularly famous battleships Yamato and Musashi, as the largest battleships in the world, were equipped with these barrels, as was the modern cruiser Oyodo.

• Country of use: Japan
• Historical period: World War II (1939–1945)
• Product scale: 1:700
• Category: modeling accessories, gun barrel set for plastic models
• Material: high-grade precision-turned brass
• Number of barrels in set: 12 pieces
• Extras: The set does not include any resin or photo-etched parts – these are exclusively brass barrels that improve the accuracy of details

Barrel installation is extremely simple: just cut off the plastic equivalents from the model, drill a hole, and glue in the barrels using cyanoacrylate adhesive (e.g., Super Glue). The use of these metal barrels ensures perfect scale thickness and durability, surpassing the original plastic elements from the kits.

We especially recommend this product to advanced and intermediate modelers who value realism and high quality of details in miniature replicas of historical IJN warships. The accessory perfectly complements professional projects, allowing your model to stand out at competitions and in collections.

Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – assembly does not require much experience, but precision is recommended.