Eduard 672168 P-40E wheels SPECIAL HOBBY 1/72 – Resin wheel set for P-40E/Kittyhawk Mk.I (1:72)

The Eduard 672168 P-40E wheels SPECIAL HOBBY 1/72 set is a high-quality modeling accessory intended for modelers building a plastic miniature of the iconic Curtiss P-40E/Kittyhawk Mk.I fighter in 1:72 scale. The set is compatible with Special Hobby models and is an excellent addition or replacement for standard plastic landing gear wheels, ensuring a much higher level of detail and authenticity in execution.

Historical information about the P-40E/Kittyhawk Mk.I model

The P-40E was an American fighter aircraft from World War II, extensively used by the United States Army Air Forces and also by the Royal Air Force under the name Kittyhawk Mk.I. These fighters took part in many theaters of operations—from North Africa, through the Pacific campaigns, to the Eastern Front, where they equipped, among others, the Soviet Air Force. The active service period of these aircraft spanned from 1941 to 1945.

Detailed product specification

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal proportions for aircraft miniature collectors
• Countries used: USA, United Kingdom, USSR, Australia and other Allied countries
• Material: high-quality resin (Brassin)
• Set contents: 3 resin elements (landing gear wheels), a photo-etched detail sheet, and a precision painting mask
• Category: add-on set for plastic models, resin accessories
• Recommended base kit: Special Hobby P-40E/Kittyhawk Mk.I in 1/72 scale

Why choose this set?

Eduard 672168 stands out due to its exceptional level of detail—the resin wheels faithfully reproduce the tread pattern and appearance of the rims, far surpassing the standard plastic parts originally included in the kit. The included painting mask makes precise finishing of the wheels much easier, and the photo-etched details allow for a historically accurate effect. The set does not include decals; however, these are not required for wheels.

We recommend this product for both beginner and advanced modelers—the set's difficulty level is 2/5, making wheel replacement easy even for less experienced modeling enthusiasts. It's an excellent choice for anyone looking to increase the realism of their World War II aircraft replica.