{"product_id":"m2hb-50-cal-machine-gun-us-style-gun-shield-vietnam-1-35-copy","title":"M2HB 50 Cal. Machine Gun \u0026 US Style Gun Shield (Vietnam) – 1\/48","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnhance your Vietnam-era builds with this 1\/48 scale M2HB .50 Cal Machine Gun and US-style Gun Shield set, inspired by the well-known ACAV (Armored Cavalry Assault Vehicle) configuration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to suit M113, M151, and many other U.S. vehicles used during the Vietnam War, this kit captures the rugged, field-modified appearance seen on combat vehicles. Multiple barrel and cradle options allow you to depict different service periods, wear levels, or improvised mounting arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKit Includes in 1\/48 scale \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 × M2HB .50 Cal machine guns with different cradle designs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 × barrels (2 each of 5 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\u003e2 × pintle mounts for standard or improvised locations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 × US-style gun shield\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eAll parts are 3D printed in high-detail resin, ready for assembly, painting, and weathering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombat experience in Vietnam quickly exposed the vulnerability of M113 commanders operating the .50 cal from open cupolas. Crews responded by adding field-fabricated gun shields, greatly improving protection and firepower. These modifications were later standardised as the ACAV configuration, widely used by U.S., ARVN, and allied forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for ACAV conversions, armoured cavalry vehicles, or later M113 variants, this set adds authentic detail and strong visual impact to any 1\/48 scale project.\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","brand":"Black Ops Models","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46061249233082,"sku":"BOM6039","price":21.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0233\/2399\/files\/8118E12C-E511-4187-AA5D-CE782E1FF159.jpg?v=1782727023","url":"https:\/\/blackopsmodels.com\/products\/m2hb-50-cal-machine-gun-us-style-gun-shield-vietnam-1-35-copy","provider":"Black Ops Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}