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Black Cat Models 1/350 Marine Nationale 550MM Triple Torpedo Tubes
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February 2025 |
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| Black Cat Models has sent some of their newer accessories for review. Among the latest releases are Marine Nationale parts, 1/350 AC350169b, 550mm triple torpedo tubes (x2). According to NavWeapons the torpedoes themselves were developed for use on destroyers and flotilla leaders in 1923. It was "a much improved torpedo with a four-cylinder radial engine" over the previous design. Also, according to the Black Cat website, these launchers were "...found on all torpilleurs and contre-torpilleurs starting with the Jaguar class of 1922, and Tourville class cruisers to Émile Bertin." Which means these are not applicable for the recently released Marseillaise kit from Trumpeter. | |||||||||
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| THE PARTS | |||||||||
| The packaging is Black Cat's typical
plastic clamshell container. There is one 3D print raft included, secured
to the bottom of the packaging with thick double sided tape.
The details on these launchers is remarkable. Everything is very crisply printed - the cylinders, piping and life rails are particularly well done. |
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| CONCLUSIONS | |||||||||
| I'm really impressed with these finely printed
torpedo tube launchers. They are finely printed and incredibly detailed.
This is Black Cat Models 1/350 AC350169b, 550mm triple torpedo tubes (x2). The set retails for $10.50 USD, and is available directly from Black Cat Models - who I'd like to thank for this review sample - or from some of our fine sponsors. Highly Recommended! |
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