RB Model 350L02 Barrel HMS King George V, HMS Prince of Wales, HMS Duke of York, HMS Anson, HMS Howe 1/350

RB Model 350L02 is a precisely crafted set of 10 metal barrels intended for battleship models of the KING GEORGE V class in 1/350 scale. It includes barrels for the main armament, 14" L/45 (356 mm) Mark VIII, which you can use when building models of ships such as: HMS King George V, HMS Prince of Wales, HMS Duke of York, HMS Anson, and HMS Howe. These ships belonged to the Royal Navy, one of the most recognizable fleets in the world, and played an important role during World War II.

The barrels are made from high-quality brass using micro-lathe turning, which guarantees exceptional precision and details unattainable with plastic parts. The set allows you to replace the original barrels from plastic kits, significantly improving the realism of the finished model. Each barrel features accurately reproduced details, proportions, and length consistent with the original, which is essential in 1/350 scale for faithfully recreating the ship’s silhouette.

King George V-class ships were the backbone of British surface strength during naval conflicts from 1939–1945. Their most famous engagement was the battle with the German battleship Bismarck (HMS Prince of Wales) as well as action in the Atlantic and Arctic Oceans.

• Scale: 1/350
• Country: United Kingdom, Royal Navy
• Historical period: World War II
• Material: metal (brass) – barrel turned on a micro-lathe
• Compatibility: plastic model kits of HMS King George V, HMS Prince of Wales, HMS Duke of York, HMS Anson, HMS Howe
• Quantity in set: 10 pieces
• Category: metal model upgrade accessory
• Manufacturer: RB Model, Poland – recognized on the international market

We recommend RB Model 350L02 mainly to intermediate and advanced modelers who want to elevate the level of detail and quality of their ship models. The uniqueness, accuracy of detail, and durability of this metal accessory make these barrels indispensable for building collector’s displays and historical dioramas. The assembly difficulty is rated at 2/5 – the parts are easy to install, but require precision and patience, especially when working with metal and when mounting on the model.

If you are looking for a way to professionally boost the realism of your King George V-class battleship model in 1/350 scale, the RB Model 350L02 metal barrel set is the perfect choice.