Eduard 648119 Spitfire wheels - 5 spoke, smooth tire 1/48 (EDUARD)

Eduard 648119 Spitfire wheels - 5 spoke, smooth tire 1/48 is a high-quality set dedicated to modelers wishing to recreate as faithfully as possible the landing gear of the legendary Supermarine Spitfire fighter in 1:48 scale. The precisely crafted wheels with five-spoke rims and smooth tires are intended for professional World War II aircraft models.

Product historical background

The Supermarine Spitfire is a British fighter widely used by the Royal Air Force and other Allied forces from 1938 to 1950, mainly during World War II. The Spitfire achieved worldwide fame during the Battle of Britain, becoming a symbol of British resistance against the Luftwaffe. The design with its distinctive elliptical wings and various armament and equipment options made the Spitfire one of the most recognizable aircraft in aviation history. Five-spoke wheels with smooth tires were a typical feature of later production Spitfire variants used on the European and Asian fronts.

Product technical data

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of use: United Kingdom and Commonwealth countries
• Period of use: World War II, in some countries also postwar period
• Material: high-quality resin
• Product type: resin detail set for plastic models
• Set includes: two wheels with five-spoke rims, smooth tires, painting masks
• Extras: masks to make precise painting of the rims easier
• Manufacturer: Eduard (distributor: Hobby2000)

Application and recommendations

The Eduard 648119 set is an excellent replacement for standard landing gear parts in most 1/48 scale Spitfire plastic models (e.g. Tamiya, Airfix, Eduard). It enables extremely realistic-looking wheels, emphasizing the authenticity of the replica. Thanks to the included painting masks, precise detailing becomes much easier.

Who do we recommend it for?

We recommend the set both for intermediate modelers and experienced enthusiasts building dioramas or competition models. It requires basic resin handling and painting skills.

• Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – easy

Increase the precision and visual quality of your Spitfire with the original Eduard 648119 wheels! It's an excellent choice for aircraft modeling fans and anyone wanting to take their replicas to a higher level of realism.