Armory Models AW72320 F-104A/C Starfighter wheels, w/ optional nose wheels, weighted 1/72

The Armory Models AW72320 set is a high-quality modeling accessory designed to upgrade F-104A/C Starfighter fighter jet models in the popular 1:72 scale. This product contains a set of realistically reproduced main wheels and additional optional nose wheels with a weighted effect (precise so-called "weighted wheels"), particularly useful for advanced modelers seeking maximum realism in the details of their projects.

• Scale: 1/72
• Material: high-quality resin
• Category: detail-up set – resin components for plastic models
• Compatibility: compatible with most 1/72 F-104A/C Starfighter kits from various manufacturers
• Add-ons: the set includes two variants of the nose wheel and pronounced tread details simulating the weight of the aircraft on the runway

The F-104 Starfighter is a legendary fighter-bomber aircraft designed by Lockheed for the United States Air Force (USAF). The F-104A and F-104C variants were widely used not only by the USAF, but also by the air forces of various NATO countries: Italy, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, and Canada. The aircraft saw action during the Cold War, especially from the second half of the 1950s through the 1980s. The F-104 was recognized for its incredible speed, innovative design, and versatile combat capabilities.

The upgrade wheel set from Armory Models allows for a radical improvement of the aircraft model’s appearance – the tread details, the effect of compression under weight, and the accurately molded rims significantly surpass the parts supplied in factory kits. The high-quality resin used in production ensures easy processing, precise fit, and very crisp surface details.

I highly recommend this set especially to advanced modelers and those wishing to achieve a high level of realism in their aircraft models. The product is perfect for precise dioramas and Cold War aviation collections. I rate the assembly difficulty at 2/5 – the set requires basic skills working with resin, but should not be a challenge for less experienced modelers.

This effective and unique modeling accessory significantly enhances the appeal of any 1/72 scale F-104A/C Starfighter model and is a must-have for any aviation and scale modeling enthusiast’s collection.