ACE 72265 3-inch AA gun m.1902 (1/72) – Plastic Model of Anti-Aircraft Gun

ACE 72265 3-inch AA gun m.1902 in 1/72 scale is a high-quality plastic assembly model depicting the American M1902 anti-aircraft gun. This model kit allows for a detailed recreation of one of the key elements of the US Army’s anti-aircraft defense during World War I and the interwar period. The kit does not include glue or paints, allowing modelers to choose their own way of finishing the model in accordance with realistic painting schemes available in historical archives.

History and Use of the 3-inch AA gun M1902

The 3-inch M1902 gun was originally designed as a field gun for the US Army. In response to the development of combat aviation, it was renamed and adapted for the anti-aircraft role. It was used mainly by American forces between 1917 and 1940, during World War I and in the early years of World War II (as training and reserve equipment). These units were deployed around strategic locations—cities, military bases, and industrial facilities—where they protected against air raids.

Features of the ACE 72265 1/72 Model

• Model scale: 1/72 – ideal for historical dioramas and collections of 20th-century military vehicles.
• Manufacturer: ACE – a renowned brand specializing in precise miniatures of military equipment.
• Category: Plastic assembly model kit.
• Material: high-grade plastic providing excellent detail quality and ease of processing.
• The model parts faithfully reproduce the gun’s structural details: barrel, platform, aiming mechanisms, and transport wheels.
• The kit does not include metal or resin add-ons, making it a pure classic of plastic model building.
• Perfectly suited for personalization and upgrading with aftermarket accessories, such as resin sets or photo-etched details (not included in the kit).

Who do we recommend this model for?

We recommend this model to both military enthusiasts and collectors, as well as modelers with intermediate skill level. We rate the building difficulty at 3/5 – it requires precision in assembling small elements, but the clear instructions and logical sprue layout make the work easier. An excellent choice for World War I history buffs, diorama builders, and those looking for original models of US Army equipment.

ACE 72265 3-inch AA gun m.1902 (1/72) is a model that will surely enrich any collection of military miniatures from the first half of the 20th century!