Eduard 648996 Gannet wheels AIRFIX 1/48

The Eduard 648996 wheel set dedicated to the Fairey Gannet model in 1/48 scale (AIRFIX) is an excellent choice for modelers wishing to enhance their project with extremely realistic landing gear detail. This detail is a key element for both aircraft model builders and enthusiasts of historical naval aviation.

The Fairey Gannet model was designed in the United Kingdom and served in the Royal Navy as a carrier-based ASW (Anti-Submarine Warfare) and early warning aircraft. It was used extensively during the Cold War period, from the mid-1950s until the early 1970s. Known primarily for its operations on British fleet aircraft carriers, the Gannet was also exported to countries including Australia, Indonesia, and West Germany. It served in roles such as ASW patrol, anti-submarine warfare, transport, and airborne early warning (AEW).

• Scale: 1/48 – perfectly fits the AIRFIX Fairey Gannet model
• Operator countries: United Kingdom, Australia, Indonesia, West Germany
• Historical period: Cold War (years 1953–1978, excluding certain users)
• Material: high-quality resin – provides excellent tread pattern fidelity, rim detail, and tire grooves
• Additional elements: the set includes decals imitating servicing stencils on the tires as well as masks for precise painting
• Product category: resin detail set – modeling accessories for enhancing plastic scale models in 1/48 scale
• Application: replacement wheels significantly increase the authenticity and level of detail of the AIRFIX Gannet model, offering an alternative to the plastic parts
• Recommended for: intermediate and advanced modelers who value maximum historical accuracy and detailed workmanship
• Level of assembly difficulty: 2/5 – easy assembly and precise fit thanks to the high-quality manufacturing

The Eduard 648996 Gannet wheels AIRFIX 1/48 set is an indispensable choice for anyone aiming to achieve perfect reproduction of the Fairey Gannet aircraft from the Cold War era. Thanks to the resin details and painting mask set, the model gains realism with minimal effort. This is an exceptional product from a renowned manufacturer of modeling accessories, appreciated by both experienced modelers and those just starting their adventure with aircraft model enhancement.