Panzer Art RE35-488 SPz 2 “Luchs” Road Wheels (Michelin X Pattern) 1/35 – Resin Wheels Set

Panzer Art RE35-488 SPz 2 “Luchs” road wheels (Michelin X pattern) in 1/35 scale is a professional detail-up set designed for models of the German Spähpanzer 2 Luchs armored reconnaissance vehicle. This product serves as a high-quality replacement for the standard plastic wheels included in model kits, providing incomparably greater realism and precision of detail. The set is dedicated to demanding modelers who wish to replicate the characteristic Michelin X tread wheels, typical for vehicles from the Cold War era.

• Scale: 1/35
• Material: high-quality resin
• Product type: resin model for upgrading plastic vehicle model kits

History and application

The Spähpanzer 2 Luchs was a German four-axle reconnaissance vehicle, produced by Thyssen-Henschel from 1975 onwards. It served mainly with the Bundeswehr during the Cold War, up until the late 1990s. The vehicle was renowned for its excellent off-road mobility, modern Kevlar armor, and exceptionally quiet operation. The Luchs served as a reconnaissance vehicle in mechanized units on the territory of West Germany, especially during NATO’s doctrine regarding the Soviet threat.
The Panzer Art RE35-488 set includes accurately reproduced wheels with Michelin X treads, matching the original SPz 2 “Luchs” equipment, allowing for an exceptionally realistic finish of vehicle replicas from the years 1975–1997.

Product features

• Sharp Michelin X tread detail, characteristic for use on various surfaces
• Better texture and more realistic depth effect compared to plastic sets
• Compatible with most 1/35 scale SPz 2 Luchs models (e.g. Revell, Takom, HobbyBoss)
• Essential for upgrading Bundeswehr vehicle models from the Cold War period

Who do we recommend this product to?

Panzer Art RE35-488 is the perfect choice for intermediate and advanced military modelers who want to enhance the realism of their dioramas and collections. Resin parts require precision during processing and assembly – recommended difficulty level: 3/5.

If you are aiming for a perfect finish for your Bundeswehr armored vehicle models, the Michelin X tread wheel upgrade set from Panzer Art comes highly recommended!