T-2C Buckeye - Wheel Set - 1/72

The T-2 Buckeye was the main training jet of the US Navy from 1959 when it entered service until 2008. It was also used by Venezuela and is still being flown by the Hellenic Air Force to train its pilots. Built at 611 units, including all variations, the Buckeye began its career as a single-engine aircraft before being modified as a twin-engine trainer starting with the T-2B version. Its longivity inspired plastic model companies as a replica of this aircraft is available in all three major scales. In order to give a more realistic finish to your model, we decided to release this set of wheels.

This item is an accurate scale-down replica of the wheels mounted to the twin-engine versions of the Buckeye: the T2B, C, D and E. All characteristic details like the left/right symetrical braking system or the rim with its strengthening ribs have been reproduced. Wheel center and inflation valve have also been finely rendered. This set includes the 2 main wheels and the nose wheel. Tires are realisticaly flatened to the replicate the effect of the weight of the aircraft while on the ground. Even if we recommand some specific kit to use these sets, some adjustment may be necessary to fit properly.