1/72 MPM Ordnance Pods and Rockets
Premium 1/72 Scale Rocket Pods & Gun Pods
Equip your scale model aircraft with authentic rocket launchers and gun pods from MPM Hobbies. Our comprehensive 1/72 scale ordnance pod collection features precision replicas of rocket pods, gun pods, and unguided rockets used throughout aviation history from WWII through modern conflicts.
This expertly curated selection includes the iconic British RP-3 3-inch rocket projectile used extensively in WWII for ground attack, the versatile LAU-10/A rocket launcher carrying 5-inch Zuni rockets for Vietnam-era and modern aircraft, the powerful SUU-11/A minigun pod with 7.62mm Gatling gun, and the SPPU-22 gun pod with twin-barrel 23mm cannon. Each model is manufactured to exacting standards with crisp molding, accurate dimensions, and authentic surface details including rocket tubes, gun barrels, fins, and mounting hardware.
Why Choose MPM Hobbies Ordnance Pods?
- Historically accurate 1/72 scale dimensions and configurations
- Complete range of rocket pods, gun pods, and unguided rockets
- Includes WWII through modern ordnance systems
- Multi-piece sets for maximum value and versatility
- Compatible with popular 1/72 aircraft kits
- Perfect for fighters, attack aircraft, and ground support platforms
Whether you're building a WWII Hawker Typhoon armed with RP-3 rockets for tank-busting missions, a Vietnam-era F-4 Phantom carrying LAU-10/A rocket pods and SUU-11/A gun pods for close air support, or a modern attack helicopter equipped with rocket launchers, our collection provides the authentic ordnance that completes your aircraft's ground attack loadout. Browse rocket pods, gun pods, and unguided rockets for historically accurate builds.
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Complete Your Ground Attack Loadout
MPM Hobbies' 1/72 scale ordnance pod collection represents the evolution of air-to-ground rocket and gun systems with museum-quality accuracy. From the legendary British RP-3 3-inch rocket that devastated German armor in WWII to modern systems like the LAU-10/A rocket launcher and SUU-11/A minigun pod, each replica is engineered to deliver exceptional detail and historical accuracy for your aircraft builds.
Historical Coverage & Applications
Our ordnance pod collection spans multiple eras of air-to-ground warfare. The British RP-3 rocket was the primary air-launched rocket for RAF and Commonwealth aircraft during WWII, carried by Hawker Typhoons, Tempests, and Mosquitos for devastating attacks against tanks, trains, and hardened targets. The LAU-10/A rocket launcher became standard equipment during Vietnam, carrying four 5-inch Zuni rockets on F-4 Phantoms, A-4 Skyhawks, and attack helicopters for close air support missions. Gun pods like the SUU-11/A minigun pod provided additional firepower with 7.62mm Gatling guns, while the SPPU-22 gun pod equipped Soviet aircraft with twin 23mm cannons. Compatible with popular 1/72 scale aircraft kits from all eras.
Modeling Tips & Techniques
For best results, carefully clean all parts and test-fit rocket pods and gun pods to your aircraft's pylons or wing rails before assembly. These ordnance items feature fine surface details that respond beautifully to panel line washes and subtle weathering. RP-3 rockets typically show minimal weathering when freshly loaded, with distinctive colored nose caps indicating warhead type. LAU-10/A launchers may display paint chipping around rocket tube openings and handling marks on the body. Gun pods often show heat discoloration around barrel openings and ejection ports. Reference photos are invaluable for accurate color schemes and pylon configuration specific to your aircraft type and operational era.
Expand Your Arsenal
Pair these rocket pods and gun pods with our complete range of 1/72 scale missiles and guided weapons to create fully mission-capable aircraft displays. Browse our entire weapons collection for additional bombs, rockets, and external stores. Visit MPM Hobbies on Scalemates to explore our full catalog and connect with the global scale modeling community.