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To make your BTR-80 armored personnel carrier model in 1/72 scale look as realistic as possible, we created two versions of 3D-printed wheels in 1/35 scale: Ordinary and Weighted (with a natural weight effect). These wheels accurately reproduce the DT-126 Snaga 1150х400R457 tire type, making them an ideal choice for modelers who value both historical and technical authenticity.
We carefully studied photos, technical materials, and available samples to recreate the tread pattern, sidewall profile, and rim geometry with maximum precision. High-resolution photopolymer 3D printing allows for a level of detail impossible to achieve with standard rubber or injection-molded parts — crisp tread edges, natural sidewall deformation on the “weighted” version, and perfectly shaped mounting surfaces.
Key features:
- Authenticity: based on the real DT-126 Snaga tire from Ukrainian brand “Dniproshyna”— an exact match for Ukrainian BTR-80 references.
- Two style options: Ordinary for a clean display look; Weighted for dioramas with realistic weight and stance.
- Protective caps: included in each set for even greater versatility.
- High detail: sharply defined tread, realistic sidewall textures, and accurate rim geometry.
- Print quality: photopolymer 3D printing ensures smooth surfaces and fine details that hold up beautifully under painting and weathering.
Our DT-126 Snaga wheel sets bring an authentic finishing touch to your model, enhancing its realism and technical accuracy.
BTR-80 — Soviet Armored Personnel Carrier
The BTR-80 is an 8×8 armored personnel carrier introduced in the late 1980s. Combining high mobility, crew protection, and ample internal space, it served in transport, reconnaissance, and combat support roles. Typical armament includes a heavy machine gun and auxiliary observation and communication systems.
One of the most widely used wheeled APCs in the world, the BTR-80 remains an iconic vehicle of late-Cold-War engineering.
Our DT-126 Snaga wheel sets bring an authentic finishing touch to your model, enhancing its realism and technical accuracy.