Armory Models AW72321 F-101 Voodoo wheels w/ optional nose wheels & weighted tires 1/72 – resin upgrade set

The Armory Models AW72321 set is a high-quality upgrade kit designed for the 1:72 scale F-101 Voodoo fighter model. This comprehensive wheel set includes both main landing gear wheels and optional nose wheel, all featuring realistically rendered, weighted tires. All components are made from precisely cast resin, allowing for a level of detail far superior to standard plastic components from basic kits.

Historical Information

The F-101 Voodoo is an American interceptor and reconnaissance aircraft, designed and manufactured by McDonnell Aircraft Corporation. It served primarily with the United States Air Force (USAF), but was also exported to Canada as the CF-101. Voodoo fighters were used during the Cold War—from the mid-1950s until the early 1980s. Their missions included strategic bomber escort, tactical reconnaissance, and North American air defense under NORAD.

Technical Details of the Set

• Scale: 1/72
• Type: resin upgrade set (cast resin)
• Content: set includes a complete set of three wheels (two main and optional nose wheels), accurately reproducing the details of the original tires, including realistic weighting (flattened surfaces – weighted tires)
• Intended for: F-101 Voodoo models from various plastic kit manufacturers
• No additional parts such as metal gun barrels or photo-etched elements included

Product Category

Resin upgrade set for plastic model kits (resin model created with traditional casting methods).

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

This product is highly recommended for all modelers seeking to enhance the realism of their 1:72 scale F-101 Voodoo—both Cold War aviation enthusiasts and collectors of USAF history aircraft models. Ideal for both intermediate and advanced modelers—the assembly difficulty is rated at 2 out of 5. Precision details and realistic appearance significantly increase the display value of the model.