1:35 M1240A1 M-ATV road wheels set (weighted) (5 pcs) for Rye Field Model (RFM) kit

M1240A1 M-ATV – weighted wheel set 1:35 (Reskit)

This set from the Ukrainian manufacturer Reskit is not a model of the vehicle but a detail accessory – 3D-printed resin wheels for a model of the American M1240A1 M-ATV armored vehicle in 1:35 scale. The package holds five wheels with a weighted tire profile, which imitates the slight flattening of the rubber under the weight of the vehicle. The target kit is the Rye Field Model (RFM) one.

The real subject

The M-ATV (M1240A1) is an American armored vehicle of the MRAP category, resistant to mines and explosive devices and with high cross-country mobility. It was committed above all in the demanding conditions of overseas missions. The rugged wheels with their coarse tread are among its characteristic features.

What the set contains and how to use it

• Five 3D-printed wheels with a fine tire tread
• A weighted profile with a flattened contact patch
• A replacement for the wheels of the base kit for a more faithful look

Building tips

Separate the parts from the support structures, clean them up and bond them with super glue (cyanoacrylate). Degrease the surface before painting and apply a primer. Paint the tires and the rims separately, and dust pigments suit the tread well for a dusty effect.

Who the set is for

• Modelers of military vehicles in 1:35 scale
• Anyone interested in a realistic, slightly weighted look to the wheels
• Those who want to replace the wheels from the kit with more detailed ones

This is an add-on set. The vehicle model itself, glue, paints and other parts are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.