Eduard 648861 Lewis 97-cartridges ammo magazines PRINT 1/48 – 97-round Lewis gun drum magazines, 3D printed set

Eduard 648861 Lewis 97-cartridges ammo magazines PRINT 1/48 is an excellent set of modeling accessories designed for enthusiasts of aviation and military modeling in 1/48 scale. The set contains 12 precisely made, round 97-round drum magazines, which were used in the famous Lewis heavy machine guns, widely employed during World War I and the interwar period.

The Lewis machine gun, designed by American Isaac Lewis, was mainly produced in the United Kingdom and used by British land and air forces (RFC, later RAF), as well as the US Army and many allies. The 97-round magazines were primarily used in fighter and bomber aircraft such as the Sopwith Camel, Bristol F.2B or Airco DH.4, where reliable ammunition feeding was crucial for effectiveness in aerial combat.

• Scale: 1/48
• Material: high-quality resin using 3D printing technology (direct 3D print), ensuring exceptional detail and crispness
• Set includes: 12 drum magazines
• Countries of original use: United Kingdom, United States, and numerous allies from 1914 to ca. 1940
• Historical period: World War I, interwar period
• Category: 3D printed accessory set for 1/48 plastic models (modeling accessories)
• Extras: the set does not include photo-etched parts, painting masks, or decals

Eduard 648861 is a recommended choice for advanced modelers and enthusiasts looking to enhance the realism of historical aircraft or vehicles equipped with Lewis guns. 3D printing allows for the recreation of fine details such as the drum cover knurling or rivets, which are virtually impossible to replicate in traditional kits.

Assembly of the elements is relatively straightforward, making the difficulty level 2/5 – however, it is recommended to fit the accessories to the correct gun mounts in your models and to paint them according to historical accuracy for the best visual effect.

We recommend this Eduard set to any modeler who cares about authenticity and expressive detail in models from the Great War era – from diorama builders to creators of legendary 1/48 fighters!