{"product_id":"53533-eduard-648642-b-17-wheels-cross-tread-hk-models-148","title":"Eduard 648642 B-17 wheels cross tread HK Models 1\/48","description":"\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEduard 648642 B-17 wheels cross tread HK Models 1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e is a specialized set of landing gear wheels designed to replicate the distinctive cross tread tire pattern, dedicated for the 1\/48 scale B-17 model from HK Models. The set comes from the renowned Brassin series by Czech manufacturer Eduard and includes high-quality resin details that significantly improve the realism of the replica, particularly in the area of the heavy World War II bomber's landing gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress was one of the most important American strategic bombers. Used mainly by the USAAC and USAAF since 1938, it gained fame as a durable and resilient long-range aircraft, employed primarily in the European theater of war during World War II. B-17s regularly carried out raids on industrial and military targets, and the robust landing gear construction was especially crucial during operations from hard and semi-hard airfields from 1939 to 1945.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale set dedicated for: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality polyurethane resin ensuring the highest detail of treads, as well as accurate recreation of tire and wheel surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExtras: includes a precise paint mask to facilitate accurate painting of the wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompatibility: designed for HK Models kits, but with minor adjustments may fit other B-17 models in this scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eContents: 7 resin parts (two main wheels and tail wheel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNo photo-etched parts or decals included\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCategory: scale modeling accessory – resin set (aftermarket) for enhancing plastic models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis product is particularly recommended for intermediate and experienced modelers who want to improve the realism of their model and appreciate authentic reproduction of historical aircraft details. Working with resin requires basic processing and fitting skills, but the assembly difficulty is rated at 2\/5 – the set is relatively simple, and thanks to the included paint mask the task becomes even easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eEduard 648642 B-17 wheels cross tread is a top-quality choice that will allow any modeling enthusiast to significantly enhance the authenticity of their B-17 bomber and stand out at exhibitions or modeling contests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Eduard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54723124822350,"sku":"EDUA648642","price":9.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/c5897ac861af74592d9befd38517a3c3.jpg?v=1755552931","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/53533-eduard-648642-b-17-wheels-cross-tread-hk-models-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}