Print Scale 144-016 Decal 1:144 Hawker Hurricane MK I Top Pilots. The battle of Britain

Print Scale 144-016 waterslide decals are made for 1:144 scale builds of the Hawker Hurricane, focusing on aircraft marked during the Battle of Britain period and closely related WWII-era service schemes. The sheet provides identification markings such as unit codes, serials, national insignia, and selected emblems appropriate for small-scale Hurricane projects.

The Hawker Hurricane was one of the main RAF fighter types of 1940, and its squadron code styles and national markings are a recognisable modelling subject in 1:144. This set combines several RAF squadron options from 1940 with additional Hurricane markings representing other WWII operators and later wartime dates.

For modelers, this decal set can be used to finish a compact 1:144 Hurricane with complete external markings (codes, roundels, serials, and specific emblems where applicable). Because 1:144 markings are small and placement is precise, the set is best suited to experienced builders who are comfortable working with fine decals and tight spacing around surface details. The sheet is marked as universal and can be applied to any compatible 1:144 Hurricane kit.

• Aircraft: Hawker Hurricane
• Variant / Family: Hurricane Mk I family (with additional Mk II / Trop subjects included)
• Scale: 1:144
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: United Kingdom (RAF), Poland (RAF Polish squadron), Belgium, USSR
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 144-016

Included aircraft marking options

• Hurricane Mk I, P3395, code JX-B, No. 1 Squadron RAF, United Kingdom, November 1940 (aircraft attributed to Flt Lt A.V. Clowes in the instruction).
• Hurricane Mk I, P3878, code YB-W, No. 17 Squadron RAF, United Kingdom, 24 September 1940 (attributed to P/O H.A.C. Bird-Wilson in the instruction).
• Hurricane Mk I, V7467, code LE-D, No. 242 Squadron RAF, United Kingdom, September 1940 (attributed to Sqn Ldr D.R.S. Bader in the instruction).
• Hurricane Mk I, P3901, code RF-E, No. 303 (Polish) Squadron RAF, United Kingdom, September 1940 (attributed to Fg Off W. Urbanowicz in the instruction).
• Hurricane Mk I, P2961, code LE-A, No. 242 Squadron RAF, United Kingdom, December 1940 (attributed to Fg Off W.L. McKnight in the instruction).
• Hurricane Mk IIb, code HA-E, aircraft carrying the text “Death Warmed Up”, No. 261 Squadron RAF, March 1942 (as presented in the instruction).
• Hurricane Mk I, W9145, code DX-L, No. 243 Squadron RAF, United Kingdom, December 1940 (attributed to Sqn Ldr J.W.C. Simpson in the instruction).
• Hurricane Mk I, N2359, code YB-J, No. 17 Squadron RAF, RAF Debden, September 1940; winged “Popeye” emblem shown on the port side.
• Hurricane Mk I, P2798, code LK-A, No. 87 Squadron RAF, United Kingdom, August 1940 (attributed to Flt Lt I.R. Gleed in the instruction).
• Hurricane I, aircraft number H-25, Escadrille 2, Belgian Air Force, 1940; scheme note in the instruction mentions RAF Dark Green/Dark Earth uppers with silver-painted lower surfaces.
• Hurricane Trop Mk I.A, Z2899, USSR delivery noted in the instruction (by sea), September 1941; aircraft depicted in an overall black finish.
• Hurricane Trop Mk IIa, Z5252, code “01”, Soviet service context noted as Vaenga (Murmansk area), October 1941 (attributed to A.A. Kuznetsov in the instruction).

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 builds in the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

How many marking variants are included in Print Scale 144-016?

The set includes 12 distinct marking options, covering multiple Hurricane subjects and operators as listed in the instruction.

Are these decals only for RAF Battle of Britain aircraft?

No. While several options represent RAF squadrons from 1940, the sheet also includes a Belgian Air Force subject and two Hurricane subjects associated with Soviet service in 1941.

Will the decals fit any 1:144 Hawker Hurricane kit?

Yes. The set is marked as universal for 1:144 Hurricanes. As with any decals, it helps to compare code placement and roundel sizes to your specific kit’s wing and fuselage layout before final application.

Do any options include special emblems or aircraft nicknames?

Yes. The sheet includes specific emblem-style markings (such as a winged “Popeye” motif on one option) and a nickname-style marking on the Hurricane Mk IIb option, as provided on the instruction artwork.

Any tips for applying 1:144 decals cleanly?

A smooth gloss surface, close trimming around small items, and careful alignment with reference points (roundels, code groups, serial positions) are helpful in 1:144. Decal setting solutions may be used if they suit your usual workflow.