{"product_id":"83159-reskit-rs72-0138-gpu-5a-30mm-gun-pod-1-pcs-3d-printed-172-pl","title":"RESKIT RS72-0138 GPU-5\/A Nacelle de canon de 30 mm (1 pièce) (Impression 3D) 1\/72","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRESKIT RS72-0138 GPU-5\/A 30mm Gun Pod (1 pcs) (3D Printed) 1\/72\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRESKIT RS72-0138 GPU-5\/A 30mm gun pod\u003c\/strong\u003e is a precise, high-quality model of an artillery pod intended for aircraft modelers, produced in the popular \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e and made using advanced 3D printing technology. The product is a faithful miniature of the American pod with a GAU-13\/A gun, widely used as additional armament mounted under combat aircraft such as the \u003cstrong\u003eF-16 Fighting Falcon\u003c\/strong\u003e or A-7 Corsair II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Overview and Application\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GPU-5\/A was developed in the \u003cstrong\u003eUnited States\u003c\/strong\u003e during the \u003cstrong\u003eCold War\u003c\/strong\u003e era, with the goal of significantly increasing the firepower of aircraft in \u003cstrong\u003eclose air support\u003c\/strong\u003e (CAS) missions. It was mainly used by the USAF between \u003cstrong\u003e1983–1991\u003c\/strong\u003e, including during Operation Desert Storm, where it was mounted under F-16 wings, enabling the aircraft to strike armored targets and ground infrastructure by utilizing powerful 30mm ammunition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Characteristics of the Product\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72 – excellent compatibility with numerous fighter and attack aircraft miniatures in this popular collector's scale.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3D-printed resin – provides exceptional detail accuracy and sharpness of edges, surpassing standard plastic models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents:\u003c\/strong\u003e One GPU-5\/A pod (1 pcs) – ready for assembly and painting according to the modeler’s preference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e For scale models of combat aircraft used by the USA and its allies during the Cold War era.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCategory and Recommendation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRESKIT RS72-0138 GPU-5\/A belongs to the category of \u003cstrong\u003e3D-printed resin modeling accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e. We recommend it for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e), due to the need for precise assembly and fitting with the base model. The product allows you to create a very realistic armament for your F-16 or other jet model, significantly increasing its authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRESKIT GPU-5\/A\u003c\/strong\u003e is the perfect choice if you want to emphasize the military character and expand the combat capabilities of your miniature. Thanks to its top-quality workmanship and fine detail, it will decorate any collection and enrich a diorama with a historically accurate artifact from the Cold War period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","brand":"RES\/KIT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54777327649102,"sku":"RS72-0138","price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/8665837831e3661fa67e19cbde3367e0.jpg?v=1756741150","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/83159-reskit-rs72-0138-gpu-5a-30mm-gun-pod-1-pcs-3d-printed-172-pl","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}