Armory Models AW72509 Concorde wheels w/ weighted tires, late 1/72 – Resin wheels for the Concorde model

The Armory Models AW72509 set is a highly detailed collection of resin wheels with a weighted tire effect, dedicated to models of the famous supersonic passenger aircraft Concorde in 1/72 scale. This product allows for a significant increase in the realism of the replica, making it an ideal choice for modelers seeking professional upgrades and premium-class details.

Main product features:

• Scale: 1/72 – the set perfectly fits all releases of the Concorde in this popular scale.
• Historical period: The Concorde aircraft was in operation from 1976–2003, classifying it in the "modern era" category.
• Country of operation: The Concorde mainly served with British Airways (United Kingdom) and Air France (France).
• Version: the set corresponds to the late version of wheels used in the aircraft's final years of operation.
• Material: high-quality resin, which enables the reproduction of even the finest details of the tread, bolts, and bulges, while maintaining the appropriate durability.
• Characteristics: the set includes a complete set of main and front wheels with a distinct weighted tire effect – realistically depicting how the aircraft settles under its own weight on the airport apron.
• Category: resin upgrade set for plastic models.
• Application: upgrade for Concorde models by Heller, Airfix, and others in 1:72 scale.
• The set does not require soldering or trimming, easy installation in place of the original wheels.

Historical and modeling value:

The Concorde was an icon of civil aviation, used mainly on transatlantic routes. In addition to its speed, it featured a unique landing gear design adapted to handle heavy loads during takeoff and landing. The Armory Models set accurately reflects the geometry and details of the late wheel version, which is important not only for the model's aesthetics but also for its historical authenticity.

Who do we recommend it for?

This set is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to enhance the realism of their Concorde models. Such an upgrade will be especially appreciated by those participating in model competitions, as well as by enthusiasts of civil aviation and 20th-century technology.

Assembly difficulty: 2 / 5 – easy assembly, requires basic modeling skills.