Armory Models AW32317 B-17B/C/D/E/F Flying Fortress wheels w/ weighted tyres type “a” (GY) PE hubcaps 1/32

The Armory Models AW32317 B-17B/C/D/E/F Flying Fortress wheels w/ weighted tyres type “a” (GY) PE hubcaps 1/32 detail-up set is a highly detailed resin wheel set for the legendary American B-17 bombers. It is intended for advanced modelers seeking to achieve perfect accuracy in their 1:32 scale builds. This product is especially recommended for HongKong Models kits, where it perfectly replaces the stock parts, providing a higher level of realism and superior detail reproduction.

• Scale: 1/32 – allows for advanced display of details.
• Country of use: United States of America.
• Historical background: The B-17 Flying Fortress is a strategic four-engine American bomber mainly used during World War II. These aircraft served on many fronts, including bombing raids over Germany and operations in the Pacific theater.
• Period of use: World War II (years 1941–1945) – in various versions (B-17B/C/D/E/F).
• Material: high-quality modeling resin with metal (photo-etched, PE) hubcaps, ensuring excellent visual effect and durability.
• Extras: Weighted tires effect featuring unique tread detailing and realistic deformation under the airplane's weight. Wheel hubs made from photo-etched parts for even greater detail precision.
• Category: Detail-up set, resin model produced by casting and complemented with photo-etched (PE) parts.
• Purpose: We recommend this set for advanced modelers and military aviation enthusiasts of WWII seeking the most accurate representation of the B-17's appearance. Ideal for dioramas, contest modeling, and collection display.
• Assembly difficulty level: 3/5 – requires experience with resin and photo-etched parts, increased level of complexity.

The Armory Models AW32317 set is an excellent choice for modelers striving for maximum realism and a unique look for their B-17 Flying Fortress replica. The high-quality detailing, authentic reproduction of the wheels, and metal hubs will elevate your model’s finish to a whole new level.