{"product_id":"1-125-usn-single-40mm-bofors","title":"1\/125 USN Single 40mm Bofors","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e1\/125 USN Single 40mm Bofors: Authentic Firepower for US Submarines\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eArm your \"Silent Service\" tribute with the legendary sting of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003e1\/125 Scale USN Single 40mm Bofors\u003c\/b\u003e. As the war in the Pacific progressed, US submarines like the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"163\"\u003eGato\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"172\"\u003eBalao\u003c\/i\u003e classes were increasingly outfitted with these powerful autocannons to fend off Japanese patrol aircraft and engage small surface vessels. This meticulously engineered replica provides the mechanical density and historical accuracy required for a museum-grade naval masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eEngineering Precision \u0026amp; Tactical Fidelity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHigh-Fidelity Mechanical Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e At 1\/125 scale, the Bofors is a masterpiece of compact engineering. This model captures the weapon's complexity with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"150\"\u003eexquisite fidelity\u003c\/b\u003e, featuring the accurately tapered barrel, the heavy breech assembly, and the characteristic handwheels for elevation and traverse. Every structural line is rendered with architectural sharpness, transforming your submarine's cigarette deck into a lethal defensive platform.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSubmarine-Specific Configuration:\u003c\/b\u003e Designed specifically for the deck mounting requirements of WWII US Navy submarines. The mounting platform and gun shield are historically researched to match the specialized, compact footprint used on narrow sub decks, ensuring a seamless and authentic fit for your 1\/130 scale project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePremium High Detail Resin:\u003c\/b\u003e Crafted in professional-grade \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eHigh Detail Resin Grey\u003c\/b\u003e, this gun mount offers a level of surface smoothness that traditional plastic or wood kits cannot achieve. This material is specifically chosen to preserve the fine cooling fins on the barrel and the minute detail of the sights—features critical at 1\/125 scale to achieve a realistic, \"heavy metal\" appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eA Canvas for Naval Artistry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eUnpainted for Total Customization:\u003c\/b\u003e Arriving in a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003eprofessional unpainted finish\u003c\/b\u003e, the 40mm Bofors serves as a blank canvas for your historical vision. The resin surface is optimized for high-quality primers and specialized naval palettes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Pacific Grey\" Look:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply the standard Haze Grey or the darker Measure 21 Navy Blue commonly seen on late-war submarine conning towers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRealistic Weathering:\u003c\/b\u003e The 1\/125 scale is ideal for advanced techniques. Apply subtle metallic dry-brushing to the barrel and breech to simulate wear, light rust-streaking at the mount's base, and salt-fading on the gun shield to achieve high levels of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"252\"\u003eauthenticity and realism\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAccurate 1\/125 Scale:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-scaled for a perfect fit with 1\/125 scale submarine models (such as the Revell \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003eUSS Lionfish\u003c\/i\u003e or custom builds).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIntricate \"Single\" Mount:\u003c\/b\u003e Faithfully replicates the single-barrel configuration used by the US Navy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHollowed Engineering:\u003c\/b\u003e Expertly designed to reduce material weight while maintaining the robust, armored look of naval hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMuseum-Grade Detail:\u003c\/b\u003e Captures individual structural rivets and mechanical linkages with architectural clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eThe Defining Upgrade for Your Submarine Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eThe \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15\" data-index-in-node=\"4\"\u003e1\/125 USN Single 40mm Bofors\u003c\/b\u003e is more than just a deck fitting; it is a tribute to the aggressive surface-fighting capabilities of the US Submarine Force. Elevate your project with a component that reflects the sheer mechanical scale and operational reality of the WWII era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Resin3Dinteractive","offers":[{"title":"High-detail Resin Gray","offer_id":43584204570689,"sku":"SPINATLQY8E2Y-M7151160-MAT16","price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0054\/5243\/1429\/files\/1-125-usn-single-40mm-bofors.webp?v=1771694774","url":"https:\/\/distefano3dprint.com\/en-ca\/products\/1-125-usn-single-40mm-bofors","provider":"distefan 3d print","version":"1.0","type":"link"}