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Description: Historic scale model cannon kit by Model Shipways Length 7-7/8 Width 3-3/4 Height 3-1/4 Scale 1:16 Entry Level GATLING GUN - CIVIL WAR - GUNS OF HISTORY RANGE This hand-cranked machine gun was invented in 1861 by Dr. Richard J. Gatling of Hartford County, NC. Over time, 6-barrel and 10-barrel versions were produced in various calibers, including.45,.50 and 1. All were activated by cam-operated bolts that alternately wedged and fired the bullets, then ejected the spent cartridges, allowing each barrel to cool down before it came around to be fired again. Manufacture of the Gatling battery gun began in 1862, but its design was so radical that the U.S. government did not purchase any at that time. However, Gen. Benjamin F. Butler of the Union Army bought and personally paid for 12 at $1,000 each. He used them at the siege of Petersburg, VA in 1864-1865. Firing 350 rounds a minute, the Gatling gun was without equal in the era of single-shot guns. The U.S. Army officially adopted it in 1866 and ordered fifty Model 1866 six-barrel, 1 caliber guns. Historically accurate and perfectly scaled Cleanly cast Britannia metal components One-piece ready to assemble wheels Authentically detailed cannon barrel Clearly written illustrated instructions Easy to build - assembly and painting time approx 5-10 hours. Model Shipways 1/16 Scale Gatling Gun Cannon Model Kit - shop the best deal online on craftcompare.co.uk

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Description: NAPOLEON CANNON, MODEL 1857, 12-POUNDER U.S. CIVIL WAR ARTILLERY Developed in France for Emperor Napoleon III in the 1850s, the bronze smoothbore 12-pounder became the most popular gun of the American Civil War. The Napoleon was light enough to be easily maneuverable and heavy enough to destroy field fortifications almost a mile away. Firing solid shot, spherical case and canister, the Napoleon Cannon was also extremely versatile. By mid-1863 nearly 40% of all field artillery pieces of each army were Napoleons. The Union had over 1,000 Napoleon Cannons in its arsenal and the Confederacy over 600. Historically accurate and perfectly 16th scale Cleanly cast Britannia metal components Authentically detailed cannon barrel Realistic spoked wooden wheels Clearly written illustrated instructions Easy to build - assembly and painting time 5-10 hours Precision Cast Metal Parts Entry Level Length 8-1/4 Width 4 Height 3-1/2. Model Shipways 1/16 Scale Napoleon Cannon 12 Pounder Historic Model Kit - shop the best deal online on craftcompare.co.uk

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Description: 1/16 Scale Guns of History Civil War Limber Ammunition Chest Model Kit The limber was an indispensable piece of equipment during the American Civil War. It was a simple two-wheeled cart designed to carry an ammunition chest containing gunpowder and shot for the artillery pieces. A team of horses was hitched to the limber and a cannon was hooked on to its rear when the army was on the move. The ammunition chest lid was large enough to seat up to three men. However, sitting above the gunpowder was dangerous, so after the first few months of the War, only the driver rode on the limber. In times of battle, the limber and horses were left behind the lines of fire. Historically accurate and perfectly scaled ● Cleanly cast Britannia metal components ● Authentically detailed ammunition chest ● Realistic spoked wooden wheels ● Clearly written illustrated instructions ● Easy to build - assembly and painting time 5-10 hours Entry Level Length 10 /Width 4 /Height 3-1/4 /Weight 1 lb. /Scale 1:16. Model Shipways 1/16 Scale Guns of History Civil War Limber Ammunition Chest Model Kit - shop the best deal online on craftcompare.co.uk

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Description: 1/16 Scale Guns Of History Mountain Howitzer 12 Pounder Model Kit The mountain howitzer was a short-barreled, large-caliber gun. Because it looked like a shortened, downsized cannon, it became known and the 'bull pup" during the Civil War. Although its 4.62" bore could handle the same 12-pounder ammunition as a regular 12-pounder gun, a mountain howitzer weighed less than the barrel alone of a larger 12-pounder field gun. It could be quickly disassembled and carried by three pack mules through forests, across swampy ground, or over rough mountain terrain. The mountain howitzer was not classified as field artillery because of its light weight and short range, but it was well suited for fast-moving cavalry raiders. The ease by which it could be positioned for action by a few foot soldiers made it ideal for close-in fire support during infantry engagements. Fitting the howitzer to a scaled down field (prairie) carriage improved the gun's stability without sacrificing much of its maneuverability. After the Civil War, CSA General Basil Duke said, No gun is so well suited in all respects to the wants of cavalry, as these little guns. THE KIT: Precisely cast white metal parts include left and right trail, cannon barrel and ready-to-mount wheels. Rammer head, bucket, rope, chain plus other detail and accessory pieces ensure a historically accurate model. Illustrated assembly instructions make for easy building. Length 5" Width 3-1/2" Height 3" Scale 1:16 Glue and paints are required to complete. Not included. Available separately. Deluxe Materials Plastic Magic Cement 40ml (AD83): Plastic Magic Cement is a thin, liquid plastic cement with a 10-15 sec adjustment time & non-clog action. It is non-toxic, non-flammable, has minimal odour and almost zero emissions when compared to competitors. Plastic Model Tool Set (PTK1009) contains: Plastic Sprue Cutter - for cutting & snipping sprues and parts on plastic kits, eg. Planes, cars, boats, military models and figures, etc. Mini Flat File - for filing and smoothing off burrs or excess material. Craft Knife - for cutting out shapes, decals and general craft/hobby tasks. Self Healing Cutting Mat - protects work surface and extends blade life. 5 spare blades - for craft knife. Model Shipways 1/16 Scale Guns Of History Mountain Howitzer 12 Pounder Model Kit - shop the best deal online on craftcompare.co.uk

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