Armory Models AW72420 H.P. Victor wheels w/ weighted tires & front mudguard 1/72

Armory Models AW72420 is a specialist detail set designed for modelers working on an accurate representation of the British strategic bomber Handley Page Victor in 1:72 scale. This product offers a complete set of wheels with realistically rendered weighted tires and a precisely recreated front mudguard, enabling a significant enhancement of detail for plastic models of this aircraft.

• Scale: 1/72
• Original user country: United Kingdom
• Period of original use: Cold War (1956-1993)
• Category: resin aircraft model detail set
• Material: high-quality resin
• Contents: full set of wheels with precisely sculpted tire tread, weighted tire effect, and dedicated H.P. Victor front mudguard

The Handley Page Victor was one of three British strategic bombers of the so-called V-bomber force used during the Cold War, serving as a key element in the UK’s nuclear deterrent. The aircraft saw action during events such as the Suez Crisis and remained in RAF service up to the 1990s. The Armory Models AW72420 set was developed to improve landing gear realism— “weighted tires” realistically depict the weight of the aircraft on the ground, which is a noticeable feature in models of aircraft of this class.

The Armory Models detail set stands out for excellent resin casting quality: tire tread detail, wheel rim shape, and a realistically modeled front mudguard greatly surpass the standard plastic kit accessories. This upgrade is ideal for modelers aiming to go beyond standard builds and construct competition-level models. Installation of the components requires basic modeling skills and care when working with resin, so we recommend this product for intermediate and advanced modelers.

Build difficulty: 2/5 – recommended for modelers with at least basic experience working with resin parts. Especially recommended for anyone looking to improve the quality of a 1:72 scale H.P. Victor replica.