Armory Models AW72050 Mikoyan MiG-21 Fishbed wheels w/ weighted tires, late 1/72

Armory Models AW72050 is a specialized detail set dedicated to Mikoyan MiG-21 "Fishbed" fighter models in the popular 1/72 scale. This product is designed for experienced modelers who seek to significantly increase the realism of their miniatures of this iconic jet fighter. Thanks to the use of high-quality resin and precise production technology, the set’s details faithfully replicate the appearance of late MiG-21 wheels with their characteristic weighted tires.

The Mikoyan MiG-21 "Fishbed" was one of the most recognizable jet fighters of the Cold War era. This Soviet aircraft was widely used by the air forces of the Soviet Union and many Warsaw Pact countries, as well as numerous nations in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. It took part in numerous armed conflicts from the 1960s all the way to the early 21st century, including the Vietnam War, Middle Eastern wars, and African conflicts.

The offered Armory Models AW72050 set includes a complete set of late main wheels and a nose wheel with accurately rendered tread patterns and weighted tire effects, faithfully reproducing the look of a static, armed aircraft. All parts are made entirely of high-quality resin, resulting in exceptionally sharp and realistic detail, surpassing the standard plastic counterparts supplied by most model kit manufacturers. The set requires no soldering or additional modifications—it is ready for assembly and painting.

• Scale: 1/72
• Material: resin
• Add-ons: tires with realistic weighted effect
• Countries of original use: USSR, Warsaw Pact countries, China, India, Egypt, and others
• Historical period: Cold War, modern times
• Category: detail set – resin model for conversion of plastic model kits

This product is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to enhance the realism and visual quality of their 1/72 MiG-21 replica. We rate the assembly difficulty at 2 out of 5, making the set also suitable for less experienced modelers looking for their first challenges working with resin. If you value top-quality detail and historical accuracy, this product is the perfect choice!