Quinta Studio QT48035 I-16 Wheels (early type) with separate hubs and weighted tires (all kits) 1/48

The Quinta Studio QT48035 I-16 Wheels (Early Type) with Separate Hubs and Weighted Tires set is a high-quality modeling accessory designed specifically for recreating the early versions of the Soviet Polikarpov I-16 fighter in 1/48 scale. These precisely made wheels faithfully replicate the historical details of the original and allow modelers to achieve maximum realism when building their model.

• Category: modeling accessories for plastic model kits
• Scale: 1/48
• Material: high-quality resin
• Contents: realistic, weighted tires and separate hubs for easier painting and assembly
• Compatibility: fits most I-16 models in this scale (e.g. ICM, Eduard, Tamiya)

Historical Description – Polikarpov I-16

The Polikarpov I-16 is a Soviet single-seat fighter widely used by the USSR in the 1930s and in the early period of World War II. The aircraft was revolutionary for its time – the world's first all-metal monoplane fighter with retractable landing gear. It participated, among others, in the Spanish Civil War, the Second Sino-Japanese War, and in battles against the German army after 1941.

Early production versions, for which these wheels were designed, were manufactured from the mid-1930s to the beginning of World War II and featured distinctive hub and tire designs. Weighted tires are the perfect detail for modelers aiming to recreate aircraft in landing or stationary poses – the most common way models are displayed.

Why choose QT48035 from Quinta Studio?

• Precise replication of even the smallest elements, beyond what is found in standard kits
• Realistic weighted tire effect – clearly visible contact with the ground
• Separate hubs allow for perfect painting and detailing
• Very easy assembly and compatibility with kits from various brands

The assembly difficulty level is 2/5 – we recommend the set for both intermediate and experienced modelers who expect the highest historical fidelity and perfect detail. If you want your 1/48 scale Polikarpov I-16 model to look exceptionally realistic, this Quinta Studio QT48035 accessory set will be the perfect choice!