Armory Models AW48351 B-29 Superfortress late production wheels w/ weighted tyres (GS) 1/48

The Armory Models AW48351 set is a detailed resin upgrade kit dedicated to the American B-29 Superfortress strategic bomber in 1/48 scale. The product is designed to recreate the late-version landing gear used primarily during the last stages of World War II and the early Cold War period, up until the early 1950s. The set includes a full set of main wheels and tail wheel with realistically rendered details and a faithfully reproduced weighted effect (tyres sculpted to show weight on the ground).

Product Features:

• Scale: 1/48 – a precise aftermarket addition for plastic B-29 Superfortress models.
• Country of origin: United States of America. The aircraft was used strategically by the USAAF between 1944 and 1950, and also during the Korean War.
• Historical period: World War II, early Cold War.
• Material: high-quality model resin – ensures sharp detail, durability, and ease of processing and assembly.
• Dedicated for late production versions – the reproduction of the geometry and characteristic tread patterns of the wheels corresponds to authentic examples from the late 1940s.
• Weighted tyres effect – precisely replicated "pressure" on the floor surface, underlining the mass of the real machine.
• The set is intended as an upgrade for plastic scale models (e.g., Monogram, Revell 1/48 B-29).

Historical use:

The B-29 Superfortress was one of the most important heavy bombers of World War II, taking part in the famous bombing raids on Japan as well as the missions to drop atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. It was also used in the early years of the Cold War for patrol and reconnaissance missions.

Why choose this set?

Armory Models AW48351 is a great choice for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 2/5) who want to increase the realism and attractiveness of their models. It works perfectly both as an addition to a competition replica and in themed collections. The quality of workmanship, historical accuracy, and detailed "weighted tyres" effect make this set highly recommended for discerning aviation enthusiasts.

Product category:

• Resin upgrade set for plastic scale models.