RB Model 35B117 120mm L/44 OTO Melara used in C1 Ariete 1/35

RB Model 35B117 120mm L/44 OTO Melara is a precisely crafted metal barrel in 1/35 scale. It is dedicated to the Italian main battle tank C1 Ariete. This product is an excellent addition to plastic model kits and is aimed at demanding modelers who value maximum realism and the highest quality finish.

Historical and Technical Information

• Barrel model: The 120mm L/44 OTO Melara is the primary armament of the Italian C1 Ariete tank, manufactured by the OTO Melara and Iveco consortium.
• Country of use: Italy
• Period of use: The C1 Ariete was introduced in the 1990s and forms the backbone of the Italian armored forces in modern times.
• Example of use: The C1 Ariete is used by the Italian Army, among others, during foreign missions and NATO exercises.

Product Features

• Material: Machined aluminum or brass (metal barrel, highly resistant to deformation, significantly surpasses plastic elements in detail).
• Length and details: Precisely rendered details, perfectly proportional to a 1/35 scale model.
• Category: Metal modeling detail — additional barrel for a plastic model kit.
• Compatibility: The most popular C1 Ariete plastic kits (e.g. Tamiya, Italeri).
• Manufacturer: RB Model — a renowned Polish producer of modeling accessories available worldwide.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

RB Model 35B117 is the perfect choice for intermediate and advanced military modelers who want to take their model to the next level and achieve historical accuracy. The metal barrel allows for excellent painting effects and does not deform even after many years, making it a long-term investment. It will be appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts of armored vehicles from the period after 1990.

Assembly difficulty: 2/5 – Assembly requires basic modeling tools, minor modifications to the base model, and experience working with metal parts.