Authentic WWII Naval Aviation Ordnance for 1/48 Scale Models
The Mark 13 aerial torpedo represents one of the most significant weapons in the United States Navy's arsenal during World War II, seeing extensive combat action throughout the Pacific Theater from the early days at Midway through the final campaigns of 1945. Originally developed in the 1930s and continuously improved throughout the war, the Mark 13 equipped virtually every American torpedo bomber including the Douglas TBD Devastator, Grumman TBF Avenger, and even patrol aircraft like the PBY Catalina. These precision 3D printed resin reproductions capture every essential detail of this historic weapon, from the characteristic streamlined nose cone and gyroscope housing to the distinctive box-shaped tail assembly with its four stabilizing fins.
MPM Hobbies produces these torpedoes using advanced 3D printing technology that delivers exceptional surface detail, crisp panel lines, and accurate dimensional scaling for 1/48 aircraft models. Each torpedo includes finely rendered suspension lugs, propeller assemblies, and surface features that allow for realistic weathering and finishing techniques. The resin material accepts paint readily and can be easily modified or detailed further by experienced modelers. These torpedoes are essential additions to any WWII US Navy aircraft build, particularly when depicting operational aircraft loaded for combat missions. They pair perfectly with models from our 1/48 Tamiya prop aircraft and 1/48 Trumpeter prop aircraft collections.
Whether you're building a historically accurate TBF Avenger from VT-6 aboard USS Enterprise or creating a dramatic diorama depicting a torpedo attack, these Mark 13 torpedoes provide the authentic ordnance detail that elevates your model from good to exceptional. Explore our complete range of MPM Aircraft Resins for additional 3D printed accessories, and browse our extensive selection of 1/48 scale aftermarket parts to enhance every aspect of your build. For complete product specifications and additional MPM Hobbies offerings, visit our Scalemates profile page.