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Weighted Road Wheels for BTR-60PB and PB Upgraded (for Trumpeter) 1:35 ET Models As ET Models continue to expand their ranges of both etch and resin sets, there is bound to be some crossover of parts within sets and it’s the case with these two. These wheels are designed to replace the rubber/vinyl kit tyres which some modellers don’t like on account of moulded detail. They also may not have the longevity of resin, as the rubber/vinyl may perish over time. BTR-60PB BTR-60PB Upgraded Each set comes with eight tyres and eight hubs, bagged in fours taped to a black card within the standard ET card headed poly bag. Whilst the tyres to be of the same type, with the same tread patterns, the same cannot be said of the hubs. The PB hubs have more conical centre plates with a larger nub on the opposite side of what looks like a flap covering the inflation point. On the PB Upgraded hubs the centre plate is a dome with four radial strengthening ribs radiating out form the centre. The modeller can paint both the tyres and hubs separately before fitting together with the hope that the fit is good. Alternatively they can be fitted then any gaps can be filled with some liquid putty then masked off for painting. The tyres are weighted, but not exaggeratedly, giving a good representation of the weight of the vehicle. ET have kindly positioned the moulding blocks at the weighted parts so any faults left behind after removal of the block won’t be seen. The moulding blocks of the hubs are also positioned in a spot that won’t be visible once fitted to the tyres. It would probably be best to glue these items together with 5 minute epoxy, or you could get away with thick CA type glue. Either way it looks like there is plenty of bonding area for the parts to affix to. Conclusion Both these sets of tyres and hubs are beautifully moulded to ET Models usual standard with no sign of air bubbles or flaws. They will make a marked difference on the completed models by being easier to paint and a lot better looking than the kit tyres. Highly recommended. Available soon from White Ensign Models in the UK Review Sample courtesy of