Print Scale 144-006 Decal Curtiss P40 Kittyhawks Scale 1:144 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 144-006 Waterslide Decals are designed for 1:144 scale aircraft models of the Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawk / Warhawk family. This decal sheet provides multiple WWII-era marking options for P-40 variants used by different air services and in several operational theaters, giving modelers a flexible selection for small-scale builds.

The P-40 series appeared in a wide range of camouflage styles and unit markings, and it served in diverse climates from temperate zones to desert and tropical regions. This set focuses on documented aircraft identities and unit presentations, supporting accurate finishing for 1:144 P-40 projects without relying on generalized “one scheme fits all” markings.

Subject / context: The Curtiss P-40 was a single-engine fighter family operated widely during WWII. Different sub-variants (including the C, E, F, K, L, M, and N) carried distinct national insignia and unit artwork depending on service branch and location, making the type a varied subject for historically grounded model display pieces.

For modelers: In 1:144 scale, clean alignment and careful placement are especially important due to small insignia and fine details. The included placement guides help match codes, stars, numbers, and nose art elements to the correct aircraft option. This set is marked as universal and can be used with compatible 1:144 Curtiss P-40 plastic model kits.

• Aircraft: Curtiss P-40 Kittyhawk / Warhawk
• Variant / Family: P-40C, P-40E, P-40F, P-40K, P-40L, P-40M, P-40N
• Scale: 1:144
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: United States, Soviet Union, New Zealand
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 144-006

Included aircraft marking options

• P-40N-5-CU, 502nd Fighter Squadron, Nepir, 1942. (USAAF markings)
• P-40E, 9th Fighter Squadron, 49th Fighter Group, USAAF; 1st Lt. John Landers, early 1942.
• P-40N, 80th Fighter Squadron, Nagahulu (India), 1944.
• P-40L-15-CU, 99th Fighter Squadron, 79th Fighter Group, USAAF; Capodichino (Italy), January 1943.
• P-40N-5-CU, 8th Fighter Squadron, 49th Fighter Group, USAAF; Capt. Richard G. Vodra, New Guinea, May 1943.
• P-40M, 14/15 Squadron, RNZAF; Flying Officer Geoffrey Fisken, Henderson Field, Guadalcanal (Solomon Islands), July 1943.
• P-40F, 65th Fighter Squadron, 57th Fighter Group, USAAF; North Africa, early 1943.
• P-40N, 25th Fighter Squadron, 51st Fighter Group, 14th Air Force. (USAAF subject as listed)
• P-40K, 7th IAP, Black Sea Fleet Air Forces; Sokologornoye airfield, April–May 1944.
• P-40N, 2nd Guards Fighter Aviation Regiment (GvIAP), Northern Fleet; second half of 1943.
• P-40K, 191st IAP, RKKA Air Forces; Leningrad Front, winter 1942–1943.
• P-40K, 7th IAP, Black Sea Fleet Air Forces; aircraft associated with regimental commander Major Denisov K.D.
• P-40C, airframe reported as found in northern taiga; often linked in sources to Murmansk-area air defense service (unconfirmed).
• P-40C, 147th IAP, Northern Fleet; Murmashi, 8 April 1942; associated with Lt. A.S. Khlobystov and a documented ramming/collision incident involving a Me 110.
• P-40E, 196th IAP, Leningrad Front; Kapitolovo, winter 1942–1943.
• P-40E, 154th IAP; squadron commander Capt. Zelenov N.A, autumn 1942.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale range and belongs to the Decals and Waterslide Decals categories. It is intended for use with 1:144 scale aircraft model kits and complements projects within the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

How many marking options are included in Print Scale 144-006?

The set provides 16 marking options. The numbering on the reference sheets skips #14, so the options are presented as 1–13 and 15–17.

Which P-40 variants can this decal sheet be used for?

The options in this set cover several P-40 sub-variants, including P-40C, P-40E, P-40F, P-40K, P-40L, P-40M, and P-40N. Use the included marking guide to match each option to the correct variant and code layout.

Is this decal set compatible with any 1:144 P-40 kit?

Yes. The sheet is marked as universal and is intended for 1:144 scale Curtiss P-40 kits with compatible proportions. Minor adjustments may be needed depending on the specific kit tooling.

Does the set include placement guidance for the nose art and special markings?

Yes. The provided diagrams show how the main insignia, numbers, codes, and distinctive artwork elements are arranged for each aircraft option.

Is this set suitable for beginners in 1:144 scale?

Because 1:144 markings can be very small and some options include multiple separate elements, this set is generally more comfortable for modelers with prior waterslide decal experience.