1/48 Palmer 700 x 85 spoked wheels, UK WWI, for Sopwith Camel, Sopwith Pup, Sopwitch Snipe

1/48 Palmer 700 x 85 spoked wheels, UK WWI, for Sopwith Camel, Sopwith Pup, Sopwitch Snipe

3D construction based on original drawings, detailed high quality 3D printing. Produced by Art Scale Kit Distribution, catalog number 200-A48039

The 700x85 Palmer knitted wheel was a type of tyre widely used on British aircraft during the First World War. Manufactured by the Palmer Tyre Company, these tyres were known for their robustness and reliability, which was crucial for the harsh conditions of the field airfields of the time.

Specifically, these tyres were used on many types of British military aircraft, including:

• Sopwith Camel: the famous fighter that formed the backbone of the Royal Flying Corps (RFC) fighter squadrons.
• Sopwith Pup: Another successful fighter from the early part of the war.
• Royal Aircraft Factory S.E.5: A fast and well-armed fighter from the latter half of the war.
• Bristol F.2 Fighter: A two-seat fighter and reconnaissance aircraft.
• Airco DH.2: An early fighter with a pusher propeller.

The Palmer 700x85 tyres contributed to the serviceability and safety of these aircraft on the battlefield.

3D printing Art Scale Kit Distribution will provide you with:

• A significantly higher level of detail: our 3D printed wheels capture much finer details that plastic moldings often lack. This includes realistic tire patterns, rim details, bolts, valves and other small elements that bring your model to life.
• Greater accuracy and fidelity to the model: thanks to 3D printing, we can achieve a much more accurate reproduction of real wheels. Our wheel models are designed based on detailed references - the original drawing, ensuring maximum fidelity to historical or contemporary models.
• We use high quality resins.
• 3D printing allows us to offer bikes in different variants that may not be available in standard kits. This can include different tread types, wear patterns, or specific details for a particular version of an aircraft or vehicle.
• Instant visual upgrade of the model: Replacing standard plastic wheels with our detailed 3D printed parts is one of the most effective ways to immediately and dramatically improve the overall look and realism of your model.