{"product_id":"m113-gun-shield-improvised-twin-50-cal-left-right-hand-feed-1-35-scale","title":"M2HB 50 Cal. Machine Gun Twin Mount \u0026 Improvised Gun Shield - 1\/35","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 1\/35 scale M2HB Twin .50 Cal Machine Gun Mount with Improvised Gun Shield depicts a rare, field-modified weapon installation inspired by real battlefield ingenuity rather than standard issue equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to suit a range of U.S. vehicles from the Vietnam War—particularly the M113 APC—this set features twin Browning M2HB machine guns, correctly configured for left- and right-hand ammunition feed, making such an improvised twin installation technically plausible. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe addition of an improvised gun shield reflects crew efforts to increase both firepower and survivability in combat conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit Includes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 × M2HB .50 Cal machine guns with cradles (left \u0026amp; right feed)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 × barrels (2 each of 5 different types)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 × ammunition liners and mounting trays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 × ammunition belts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × improvised gun shield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll parts are 3D printed in high-detail resin, ready for cleanup, painting, and weathering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe M113 originally mounted a single M2HB at the commander’s hatch, leaving the gunner exposed. Combat experience—especially in Vietnam—led crews to experiment with armoured gun shields and non-standard weapon layouts. While twin .50 cal mounts were not a standard U.S. Army configuration, the M2HB’s ability to feed from either side made such improvised installations feasible when crews adapted available components, reflecting the resourcefulness seen throughout the conflict.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for Vietnam-era builds or visually striking dioramas, this kit adds a unique focal point that highlights the adaptability of crews operating beyond original vehicle design limits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Ops Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45453352599738,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0233\/2399\/files\/F7E82DB8-AA60-4CD9-9DB6-07B932D3668F.jpg?v=1768533919","url":"https:\/\/blackopsmodels.com\/products\/m113-gun-shield-improvised-twin-50-cal-left-right-hand-feed-1-35-scale","provider":"Black Ops Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}