Armory Models AW48027 Mikoyan MiG-21 Fishbed wheels w/ weighted tires, early 1/48

Armory Models AW48027 Mikoyan MiG-21 Fishbed wheels w/ weighted tires, early 1/48 is a high-quality detail-up set designed for models of the famous MiG-21 fighter (early versions) in the popular 1/48 scale. This product from the renowned manufacturer Armory Models stands out for its precise craftsmanship and excellent reproduction of the historic original’s details.

The set is made entirely of resin—a material appreciated by advanced modelers for its ability to capture incredibly sharp details and realistic surfaces. The specially shaped weighted tires give the model an authentic appearance, imitating the naturally compressed look of an aircraft’s tires standing on an airfield apron. The wheels feature meticulously reproduced tread pattern and hub details, providing a significant upgrade over plastic parts found in standard kits.

• Scale: 1/48
• Material: High-quality resin
• Contents: Complete set of 3 wheels (front + two main) for early MiG-21 versions
• Category: Resin detail-up set (aftermarket for plastic model kits)
• Manufacturer: Armory Models (Ukraine)

MiG-21 Fishbed is one of the most recognizable jet interceptors of the Cold War era, produced in the USSR since the 1950s. It was intensively operated by numerous Eastern Bloc countries, as well as in many Asian and African nations. The MiG-21 earned its reputation in conflicts such as the Vietnam War, the Indo-Pakistani War, and various Cold War episodes, remaining in service into modern times.

The wheels presented here are dedicated to early MiG-21 versions from the late 1950s and 1960s, allowing for an accurate representation of this aircraft type in your model collection.

We recommend the Armory Models AW48027 set to both experienced modelers and intermediate enthusiasts who wish to enhance the realism of their MiG-21 model. The assembly difficulty is rated at 2 on a 1-5 scale—the set requires basic familiarity with resin parts but is not particularly challenging. With this upgrade, your model gains a new, professional look and the visual effect is incomparable to that of standard plastic wheels.

By choosing Armory Models products, you are investing in detail and authenticity—something every aviation and historical modeling enthusiast will appreciate.