Eduard 648684 Me 163B wheels GASPATCH MODELS 1/48 – Resin Landing Gear Wheels Set for Messerschmitt Me 163B

The Eduard 648684 Me 163B wheels set was created in collaboration between the renowned Eduard company and the recognized model manufacturer Gaspatch Models. It is dedicated to Messerschmitt Me 163B models in the popular 1/48 scale and provides a high-quality, highly detailed replacement for the plastic landing gear wheels supplied in the base kit.

Contents and materials:

• 3 resin parts: a set of main wheels and a tail wheel
• No decals or photo-etched parts included
• The set includes a precise painting mask to facilitate finishing the tires

Short historical note:

The Messerschmitt Me 163B Komet was a unique rocket-powered fighter aircraft that served in the German Luftwaffe during World War II, mainly between 1944–1945. Considered one of the most innovative designs of WWII, the Me 163B was used, among other purposes, to intercept Allied bombers over the territory of the Third Reich.

Why choose the Eduard 648684 set?

• Precisely reproduced tread details and characteristic mounting bolts for the Me 163B
• Realistic, sharply defined surface demarcation far exceeding the details of the original plastic parts
• Easy assembly – parts fit perfectly to Gaspatch Models kits without modification
• The painting mask allows you to perfectly separate the tire and rim, making it easier to achieve a realistic finish
• An excellent choice for advanced modelers seeking to enhance the authenticity of their model

Category: resin accessory set for aircraft models

Scale: 1/48

Historical period: World War II

Country of origin of the aircraft: Germany

Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – minor modification, quick assembly with clearly marked gluing points, intended for intermediate modelers.

Recommended: The Eduard 648684 set is especially recommended for aviation modeling enthusiasts who want to give their Me 163B even more detail and authenticity without the need for complicated processing. It looks impressive in a diorama or as a standalone model, enhancing the realism of any 1/48 scale build.