RESKIT RS48-0355 SR-71 "BLACKBIRD" Wheels Set (Weighted) 1/48

RESKIT RS48-0355 SR-71 "BLACKBIRD" WHEELS SET (WEIGHTED) 1/48 is a high-quality resin upgrade set designed for the iconic American reconnaissance aircraft model SR-71 Blackbird in 1:48 scale. The set was created by the renowned company RES/KIT, specializing in the production of premium modeling accessories aimed at the most demanding modelers who want to maximize the realism of their builds.

• Scale: 1/48
• Intended for: SR-71 Blackbird – USA reconnaissance aircraft
• Material: high-grade resin
• Category: Resin detail set – modeling accessories
• Set contents: the set includes a complete collection of highly detailed wheels (with "weighted" effect), allowing for a faithful representation of tire compression under the aircraft's weight; features realistically rendered treads as well as detailed rims.
• Recommendations: an excellent addition for modelers wishing to enhance the level of detail in their SR-71 Blackbird model – dedicated to intermediate and advanced hobbyists.
• Assembly difficulty: 2/5 – the set does not require advanced assembly techniques, but some familiarity with resin parts is recommended.

SR-71 Blackbird is a legendary American long-range reconnaissance aircraft, produced by Lockheed Corporation and used by the United States Air Force (USAF). The aircraft entered service in 1966 and was used until 1998, during the period of the Cold War. The SR-71 operated at extremely high altitudes and achieved exceptional speeds exceeding Mach 3. Its main mission was to perform reconnaissance over enemy territory, including during global crises and Cold War tensions. Its extremely advanced design allowed it to evade interception by enemy missiles and fighter jets, making it an icon of twentieth-century aerospace engineering.

The RESKIT RS48-0355 "Weighted Wheels Set" precisely replicates the unique features of the SR-71 landing gear, and the "weighted" effect provides an extremely realistic appearance to the model, suggesting natural tire deflection under the aircraft’s weight. The components are made from top-quality resin, ensuring an excellent level of detail and crisp castings. Using this upgrade set allows you to achieve maximum realism for both display and collector’s models.

We recommend this product to anyone wishing to give their SR-71 model a unique character and superb realism. It’s an excellent choice for upgrading 1/48 scale plastic models!