Armory Models AW72034 Sukhoj Su-27K / Su-33 Flanker wheels w/ weighted tires, front mudguard 1/72

The Armory Models AW72034 set is a high-quality upgrade intended for plastic models of the carrier-based Sukhoi Su-27K fighter (export designation Su-33 Flanker-D) in 1/72 scale. This dedicated resin set, produced by the renowned Armory Models company, allows modelers to faithfully recreate the landing gear of this advanced Russian aircraft, featuring realistically depicted weighted tires and a front mudguard. The precisely crafted details significantly enhance the realism of any diorama and personal collection.

• Scale: 1/72
• Material: high-quality resin
• User country: Russia
• Aircraft service period: Cold War, modern times (1990s – present)
• Set includes: a complete set of main and front wheels with a realistic representation of the tires under aircraft load, front mudguard; parts are made of resin; designed for a perfect fit with most Su-27K/Su-33 Flanker models in 1/72 scale.
• Detail level: especially recommended for modelers who care about realism and accurate recreation of the aircraft's landing gear details. The tire texture, rims, and front mudguard feature faithfully rendered details consistent with original components used in Russian Naval Aviation.
• Category: 1/72 detail set, resin accessories for plastic models

Historical background: The Sukhoi Su-27K/Su-33 is an advanced carrier-based fighter and the naval version of the legendary Su-27 Flanker, introduced into the Russian Navy's service at the end of the Cold War. It has taken part in numerous naval operations, serving both as an air superiority defender of the fleet and as a testbed for new fighter technologies. Its most famous use: operations from the aircraft carrier "Admiral Kuznetsov."

Product recommendation: This set is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who wish to significantly enrich the realism of their Su-27K/Su-33 model. It is a perfect addition for carrier deck dioramas and modern aviation collections.

Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – simple assembly, requires standard resin work skills.