Eduard 648556 Tiger Moth wheels 1/48 AIRFIX – Detailed wheel set for the Tiger Moth model

Eduard 648556 Tiger Moth wheels 1/48 AIRFIX is a high-quality set of landing gear wheels designed for 1/48 scale plastic models, including the renowned Airfix de Havilland DH.82 Tiger Moth kit. This Brassin series product offers excellent detail representation, significantly enhancing the realism of the aircraft replica.

Historical Information

The de Havilland Tiger Moth is a legendary British biplane trainer aircraft, widely used by the Royal Air Force and other air forces such as those of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, India, and South Africa. This aircraft mainly served during the interwar period and World War II as a primary training machine for pilots. It is estimated that over 8,000 units were produced, playing a key role in training Allied aviators.

Set Contents

• 2 precisely cast main landing gear wheels (high-quality resin, Brassin technology)
• Painting masks allowing for easy and precise painting of the tires

The set does not include decals or photo-etched details.

Material and Fit

The set is made of meticulously detailed resin, featuring a distinctive tread pattern and shape matching the original Tiger Moth wheels. It is dedicated to Airfix models but also fits well with other Tiger Moth kits in this scale.

Product Category

Modelling product type: upgrade detail set – resin parts for plastic models, intended for self-assembly and painting. Ideal for modelers aiming for the highest level of landing gear detail realism.

Recommendation and Target Group

The Eduard 648556 Tiger Moth wheels 1/48 set is recommended for both intermediate and advanced modelers seeking to improve the detail accuracy of historical aircraft. Optimal difficulty level: 2 on a scale of 1–5 – straightforward installation with a high-quality end result thanks to the masks and excellent parts fit.