1/96 USS Indianapolis 8"/55 cal. Turret Set

1/96 USS Indianapolis 8"/55 cal. Turret Set: Heavy Cruiser Firepower

Command the primary striking power of the Portland-class with the meticulously crafted 1/96 Scale USS Indianapolis 8"/55 cal. Turret Set. As the main battery of one of the most famous heavy cruisers in naval history, these triple mounts were the defining feature of the Indianapolis’s silhouette. At the expansive 1/96 scale, this set provides the mechanical complexity and historical weight required for museum-grade naval builds.

Engineering Precision & Tactical Fidelity

• High-Fidelity Technical Detail: The 8-inch (203mm) triple turrets of the US Navy were marvels of industrial engineering. At the 1/96 scale, this set captures those nuances with exquisite fidelity. Each turret features the accurately rendered Mark 9 or Mark 14 gun house, including the rangefinder "ears," top-deck access hatches, and the distinctive vertical armor seams.
• Premium High Detail Resin: Crafted in professional-grade High Detail Resin (Grey/White), these turrets offer a level of surface smoothness that traditional plastic kits cannot achieve. This material is specifically chosen to preserve the fine details of the sighting hoods and the minute technical fittings of the gun port bucklers—features that are critical at 1/96 scale to achieve a realistic, "heavy metal" appearance.
• Intelligent Hollowed Design: To ensure these prominent deck fittings remain lightweight and easy to secure—especially for those building large-scale remote-controlled (R/C) vessels—the turrets feature a specialized hollowed construction. This engineering choice preserves the structural integrity of the triple mount while reducing top-side weight, helping to maintain the perfect stability and "sit" of your 1/96 scale hull.

A Canvas for US Navy Authenticity

Unpainted for Total Customization: Arriving in a professional unpainted finish, these turrets serve as a blank canvas for your historical vision. The resin surface is optimized for high-quality primers and specialized USN palettes:

• The "Greyhound" Look: Apply the standard Haze Grey (5-H) for a mid-war configuration or the deep Navy Blue (5-N) of the Measure 21 camouflage worn during her final mission in 1945.
• Realistic Weathering: The large scale is ideal for advanced techniques like metallic wear on the ladder rungs, subtle powder-burn effects at the muzzles, and salt-fading on the vertical surfaces to achieve high levels of authenticity and realism.

Key Features & Specifications

• Accurate 1/96 Scale: Precision-scaled for seamless integration with large-format USS Indianapolis (CA-35) or USS Portland (CA-33) hulls.
• Complete Main Battery Set: Includes the three triple turrets required for a full-ship outfitting.
• High-Quality Resin: Offers the professional surfaces and crisp edges required for competition-level display models.
• Historian-Approved Accuracy: Researched to ensure the turret geometry and rivet patterns reflect authentic WWII USN blueprints.

The Essential Armament for Your Cruiser Build

The 1/96 USS Indianapolis 8"/55 cal. Turret Set is more than just a detail; it represents the primary strength of a legendary ship. Elevate your large-scale build with components that reflect the industrial scale and operational reality of the "Indy" throughout her service in the Pacific.