Aires 4797 I-16 Wheels & Paint Masks 1/48 ICM – Landing Gear and Paint Mask Set for I-16 Aircraft Model

Aires 4797 is a professional aftermarket detail set dedicated to modelers who wish to bring even more realism and precision to their I-16 model. The product is intended for 1/48 scale models and is compatible with ICM kits.

Product Details:

• Category: Plastic model accessories – resin add-ons and paint masks
• Set material: High-quality resin (wheels), vinyl masks for precise painting
• Intended for: I-16 Fighter aircraft model (Polikarpov I-16) in 1/48 scale, dedicated for ICM kits
• Manufacturer: Aires – renowned producer of model enhancements

Brief Historical Description:

The Polikarpov I-16 is a legendary Soviet fighter designed in the 1930s and used primarily before and during World War II. It was the world’s first production fighter with retractable landing gear and was widely used by the Soviet Air Forces. These aircraft saw active service in the Spanish Civil War (1936-1939), as well as in numerous battles on the Eastern Front during World War II (1939-1945).

Set Contents:

• 2 highly detailed resin main wheels, precisely replicating original details
• Precision paint masks, allowing professional painting of wheels and tires without risk of overspray
• Assembly and mask usage instructions

Product Advantages:

• The resin wheels feature sharp, precise tread details and accurately rendered hubs
• The masks streamline and speed up the painting process, enabling results that meet the highest modeling standards
• Resin elements are easy to work with and fit perfectly to 1/48 ICM models
• The product increases the value and realism of your model – ideal for dioramas and competition displays

Who do we recommend it for?

This set is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to further highlight undercarriage details and give their model a premium finish. Using the masks and resin elements requires basic skills in working with modeling accessories.

• Assembly difficulty level: 2/5

Thanks to Aires 4797 I-16 wheels & paint masks 1/48 ICM, your Polikarpov I-16 model will achieve a new, professional look that will impress any aviation modeling enthusiast.