Another aircraft that could use a more sturdy landing gear is the Hasegawa 1/48 Ar-234B. This kit has also been reboxed by Revell AG. Scale Aircraft Conversions set is quite comprehensive included both main gears, retraction struts, oleo scissors, nose gear leg and nose gear retraction strut. These are direct replacements for the kit parts so no instructions are needed.

The gear is quite sturdy and all one needs to do is clean up the mold seams, paint things and install them. As you can see from the image, the casting is first rate. Don't sweat getting thinner bits that might get a bit bent in shipping. By slowly working them back into position, they are as good as new. It is one of the realities of cast white metal that we all come across.

You can order these direct athttp://www.scaleaircraftconversions.com if your local hobby shop or favorite on-line retailer does not stock them.

December 2009

Thanks to Scale Aircraft Conversions for the review set.

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