Master AM-72-077 Fairey Firefly - Hispano 20mm cannons in long fairings (1/72) is a high-quality accessory set designed for Fairey Firefly aircraft models in 1:72 scale. The product is designed by the renowned company Master, specializing in precise details dedicated to aircraft modelers.

The Master AM-72-077 set includes precisely turned barrels for 20mm Hispano cannons – in the long fairings version, which were a characteristic element of the armament of the British carrier-based fighter-reconnaissance aircraft Fairey Firefly. The offered barrels are made from top-quality brass, providing not only durability but also exceptional detail that is difficult to achieve with plastic parts from standard kits.

• Scale: 1:72
• Material: brass (turned metal parts)
• User country: United Kingdom (Royal Navy)
• Product category: metal aftermarket detail set (replacement detail for plastic scale models)
• Compatibility: Fairey Firefly kits from various manufacturers (e.g. Special Hobby, Airfix)
• Intended use: replacing plastic barrels with realistic metal versions for accurate replication of the original
• Add-ons: barrels in long fairings (characteristic for later variants of the Firefly aircraft)

Fairey Firefly was a British carrier-based aircraft, used mainly by the Royal Navy during World War II and shortly after its end. The first examples entered service in 1943, taking part in combat in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters—the Firefly proved effective in fighter, reconnaissance, and ground attack roles. Variants armed with 20mm Hispano cannons remained in service until the late 1940s.

Installing the barrels is very simple – just cut off the original plastic parts, drill a hole in the wing, and glue the barrels in using cyanoacrylate glue (Super Glue). The final effect significantly increases the realism of the model, especially for displays on dioramas or model exhibitions. The set is recommended for intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers (assembly difficulty: 2/5) seeking impressive and accurate details.

Master AM-72-077 is an essential accessory for any modeler wishing to make their 1:72 Fairey Firefly stand out, ensuring historical accuracy and the highest level of visual effect.