{"product_id":"boeing-b-17-flying-fortress-wheels-uncovered-for-revell-monogram-scale-1-48-metallic-details-mdr4866","title":"Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, Wheels Uncovered (for Revell\/Monogram) Scale 1:48 Metallic Details MDR4866","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetallic Details MDR4866\u003c\/strong\u003e is a resin wheels set for the \u003cstrong\u003eBoeing B-17 Flying Fortress\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e. It represents the “wheels uncovered” style and is intended for \u003cstrong\u003eRevell\/Monogram\u003c\/strong\u003e B-17 builds where the wheel faces remain visually open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis set targets a small but very visible area: the landing gear wheels largely define the model’s stance and the look of the finished underside, especially when the aircraft is displayed on its gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor modelers:\u003c\/strong\u003e remove casting blocks in small passes and keep the wheel edges square. Test-fit on the kit axles\/struts before glue, and check both sides on a flat surface so the sit angle matches. Prime resin first, then paint; add a subtle wash only after the main colors fully cure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant \/ Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e B-17 (kit-dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/48 (also written as 1:48)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wheels set\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType of equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e for Revell, Monogram 1\/48 B-17 kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metallic Details\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ukraine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e MDR4866\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is part of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/metallic-details\"\u003eMetallic Details\u003c\/a\u003e and belongs to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aftermarket\"\u003eAftermarket\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wheels\"\u003eWheels\u003c\/a\u003e. For a matching base kit, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits-scale-1-48\"\u003e1\/48 aircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e and all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits\"\u003eAircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this set intended for both Revell and Monogram B-17 kits?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The set is specified for Revell\/Monogram 1\/48 B-17 kits. Dry-fit is still recommended because kit toolings and parts breakdown can vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does “wheels uncovered” mean here?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt refers to the wheel style without a cover disk over the wheel face. If your reference or kit depicts the covered style, use a “wheels with cover” alternative from the same subject family instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAny practical tips for painting resin wheels?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash the parts to remove mold release, prime before color coats, and keep paint layers thin around axle holes and mating faces to preserve fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Metallic Details","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44381151723702,"sku":"MDR4866","price":39.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/6405\/2662\/files\/MDR4866_1.jpg?v=1762435823","url":"https:\/\/plastic-models-kits.com\/products\/boeing-b-17-flying-fortress-wheels-uncovered-for-revell-monogram-scale-1-48-metallic-details-mdr4866","provider":"Plastic Models Kits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}