Aires 7217 Mi-17 Hip H Wheels & Paint Masks 1/72 Hobby Boss – Wheel and Paint Mask Set

The Aires 7217 Mi-17 Hip H wheels paint masks 1/72 Hobby Boss set is a high-quality modeling accessory, specially prepared for recreating the landing gear of the Mi-17 Hip H helicopter in 1/72 scale. The product has been precisely developed by Aires and is designed for plastic kits from the renowned Hobby Boss brand.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of use: USSR (currently Russia, as well as many countries of the former Eastern Bloc, and African and Asian states)
• Era: Cold War, contemporary times (the Mi-17 was introduced in the early 1980s and is still in use today)
• Material: Highly detailed resin (wheels), set of masks made from precisely cut foil
• Category: Modeling accessories – a set of resin details with painting masks for plastic models

Mi-17 Hip H is one of the most recognizable military helicopters in the world, being the successor to the famous Mi-8. The design served both in the Soviet Army and in numerous air forces across the globe. It was particularly intensively used during armed conflicts in Afghanistan and in many UN and NATO peacekeeping operations. Thanks to immense versatility, wide application range, and reliability, the Mi-17 is used for troop transport, rescue missions, medical evacuations, and special operations.

Advantages of the Aires 7217 set:

• Realistic reproduction of tread, rim, and wheel profile details that are unavailable in standard plastic sets.
• The set includes a complete set of three wheels – two main and one nose wheel, made using resin technology, ensuring exceptional sharpness of details and high durability.
• Precise painting masks made of foil facilitate the painting process, allowing a professional result without difficulty in separating the color between the tire and the rim.
• The product is dedicated to Hobby Boss kits, which ensures full compatibility without the need for modifications.

Assembly difficulty: 2/5 – ideal for intermediate and advanced modelers, but thanks to the masks, less experienced modelers can also achieve a great result.

The Aires 7217 Mi-17 Hip H wheels paint masks set is a recommended choice for aviation modeling enthusiasts who want to elevate the realism of their helicopter model. Perfect for both dioramas and display models. This detail will make your Mi-17 stand out at any modeling contest!