Flames of War 47mm Rapid-fire Gun Platoon (x2)
Add powerful anti-tank capability to your Imperial Japanese forces with the 47mm Rapid-fire Gun Platoon for Flames of War. Designed to counter increasingly armored Allied vehicles, these guns offered Japanese commanders a more effective solution against enemy tanks during the later stages of World War II.
product info
- Includes components to build 2 Japanese 47mm rapid-fire guns
- Designed for use with Flames of War
- Suitable for Imperial Japanese Army forces
- Features detailed artillery pieces and crew models
- Ideal for defensive and anti-armor battlefield roles
- Miniatures supplied unpainted and require assembly
about the weapon
The Type 1 47mm anti-tank gun was introduced to improve Japan’s ability to engage Allied armor in the Pacific Theater. Compared to earlier 37mm guns, the 47mm offered greater penetration and improved battlefield performance against medium tanks and armored vehicles.
These guns were commonly deployed in concealed defensive positions, where Japanese crews relied on ambush tactics and coordinated fire to slow enemy advances during island campaigns.
about the model
This platoon provides Japanese armies in Flames of War with reliable anti-tank support and historically themed battlefield options. The detailed miniatures fit naturally into Pacific war scenarios and provide hobbyists with excellent opportunities for realistic painting and terrain integration.
why add this to your collection?
- Stronger anti-tank option for Japanese armies
- Excellent for Pacific Theater defensive forces
- Detailed WWII artillery miniatures
- Adds tactical flexibility against armored opponents
