Eduard 648643 B-17 wheels block tread HK Models 1/48 – Brassin Landing Gear Wheel Set

The Eduard 648643 B-17 wheels block tread HK Models 1/48 set is a high-quality modeling accessory designed for detailed recreation of the Boeing B-17 bomber landing gear in 1/48 scale. The product is dedicated to HK Models kits, but due to its precise detailing, it is also perfectly suitable as a replacement for other B-17 models in the same scale. This set belongs to the Brassin series, renowned for resin accessories that reproduce even the finest details of the original components.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of use: United States (USA) and Allies
• Category: Resin accessories for plastic models
• Historical period: World War II
• Material: high-quality polyurethane resin
• Set contents: tire painting masks, 7 resin parts
• Photo-etched parts/decals: no

The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is one of the most famous American heavy bombers of World War II, widely used in the European and Pacific theatres of war. These aircraft participated in numerous strategic bombings, and their robust construction and durability earned high praise from their crews. Accurate representation of details such as the landing gear—often overlooked by standard kits—is crucial to achieving realism in dioramas or collections.

The offered Eduard Brassin set includes seven highly detailed resin components: two main wheels with characteristic “block tread” patterns and a tail wheel, allowing for an accurate reproduction of B-17 landing gear. The set also contains masks that aid in precise painting of hubs and tires. The parts are cast in resin with excellent detail, realistically reproducing rubber texture and original wear marks. Assembly is simple and intuitive—the product effortlessly replaces factory plastic parts, increasing the appeal and collector’s value of the model.

We recommend Eduard 648643 both to intermediate and advanced modelers aiming to achieve the highest level of B-17 accuracy. The assembly difficulty is rated at 2/5—the set requires no specialist tools, and the included masks allow even less experienced users to achieve professional-quality painting. This is a product offering uncompromising detail quality for aviation and World War II enthusiasts.