1/32 USN Single 40mm Bofors

1/32 USN Single 40mm Bofors: The Ultimate Close-In Defense for Large-Scale Models

Arm your late-war "Fleet Boat" or coastal escort with the most effective medium-range anti-aircraft weapon of World War II. The meticulously engineered 1/32 Scale USN Single 40mm Bofors is designed to provide museum-quality realism for your large-scale maritime subjects. As the US Navy’s premier solution for swatting down kamikazes and dive bombers, the 40mm Bofors was frequently mounted on the modified conning towers of Gato, Balao, and Tench-class submarines. At this massive 1/32 scale, every mechanical nuance—from the intricate ring sights to the spent casing deflector—is rendered with the industrial precision required for an elite-level centerpiece.

Engineering Precision & Anti-Aircraft Fidelity

High-Fidelity "Cigarette-Deck" Detail: In 1/32 scale, the 40mm Bofors is a dominant visual feature that adds incredible "mechanical density" to your model's profile. This replica captures the single-mount architecture with exquisite fidelity, featuring the iconic flared flash hider, the heavy-duty recoil spring housing, and the complex manual training and elevation gear. Every structural line is rendered with architectural sharpness, reflecting the rugged, water-cooled engineering that made this weapon a favorite among naval crews.

Historically Accurate WWII Configuration: Meticulously researched to depict the single-mount Bofors often found on submarine "wet mounts" and specialized deck platforms.

• Intricate Mechanicals: Captures the nuanced features of the original weapon, including the detailed breech mechanism, the characteristic "iron" sights, and the operator seating.
• Functional Aesthetics: Includes the accurately rendered spent casing deflector tray and the cooling pipe connections essential for large-scale realism.
• Hollowed Engineering: Expertly designed to optimize material usage—significantly reducing weight to ensure your submarine's deck or conning tower remains stable—without sacrificing the robust "heavy steel" appearance.
• Seamless Integration: Precision-scaled for a historically proportional fit on 1/32 scale US Navy submarine models and custom-built "Fleet Boat" conning tower conversions.

Premium Material: High Detail Resin Grey

To ensure your ship’s anti-aircraft batteries showcase the finest industrial textures, this mount is printed in High Detail Resin Grey, offering the ultimate surface for discerning shipwrights:

• Exceptional Feature Definition: The resin captures minute details—from the cooling fins on the barrel to the recessed hardware on the mounting base—with surgical precision.
• Professional Smooth Finish: Provides a non-porous, ultra-smooth base that drastically reduces preparation time, allowing you to move straight to specialized Dull Black, Haze Gray, or Ocean Gray palettes.
• Superior Hardness & Stability: Engineered for toughness, protecting the long barrel and delicate sighting vanes during assembly or diorama placement while maintaining perfect geometric integrity.

Key Features & Specifications

• Accurate 1/32 Scale: Precision-scaled for a massive and historically proportional presence on 1/32 scale US Navy submarine and warship models.
• Museum-Grade Detail: Faithfully reproduces the Bofors mechanism with unparalleled accuracy in the barrel, breech, and pedestal.
• Unpainted Finish: Provides a blank canvas for your artistic vision. Recreate the factory-fresh look of a new shipyard delivery or the salt-pitted, hard-worked appearance of a boat returning from a long patrol in the Empire's front yard.
• Easy Integration: Designed for a seamless, flush fit on the gun tubs and bridge wings of large-scale naval vessels.

A Canvas for Naval Artistry

Unpainted for Total Customization: Arriving in its raw grey resin finish, the Single 40mm Bofors serves as the ultimate starting point for advanced detailing:

• The "Late-War Fleet Boat" Look: Apply a base of high-quality maritime enamel. The smooth resin surface is ideal for depicting unique wear patterns—from "polished" metal on the training wheels to heavy salt-crusting and localized rust-runs around the mounting bolts.
• Realistic Weathering: The 1/32 scale is the ultimate playground for detailing. Apply light oil-washes to define the mechanical joints and add metallic "scuffing" to the breech block and footrests to achieve high levels of authenticity and realism.

The Ideal Addition to Your Collection

This 1/32 USN Single 40mm Bofors, offered in multiple premium material options, is an exquisitely detailed and historically accurate addition. It's an essential choice for any model enthusiast looking to complete their 1/32 scale