{"product_id":"print-scale-48-001-decal-1-48-technical-inscriptions-and-marks-of-airbombs-usaf-the-second-world-war","title":"Print Scale 48-001 Decal 1:48 Technical inscriptions and marks of airbombs USAF, The second world war","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Scale 48-001 Waterslide Decals\u003c\/strong\u003e provide ordnance stenciling and colored band markings for \u003cstrong\u003e1:48\u003c\/strong\u003e scale aircraft modeling projects focused on \u003cstrong\u003eU.S. WWII-era bombs and rockets\u003c\/strong\u003e. The sheet is designed for modelers who want realistic weapon markings on external stores rather than leaving bombs and rockets unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set covers multiple common U.S. bomb sizes and includes markings for \u003cstrong\u003e5-inch HVAR rockets\u003c\/strong\u003e, with small-format text blocks and repeated stencil patterns intended for use on several weapons in the same build. Yellow band elements are also included to represent typical identification bands used on ordnance bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese markings are useful for aircraft kits that include weapons but provide limited stencil detail. In \u003cstrong\u003e1:48\u003c\/strong\u003e scale, ordnance stencils remain readable and add visual “busy-ness” to pylons, racks, and loadouts. This sheet is listed as universal and can be applied to kit-supplied or aftermarket weapons where dimensions and placement match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor modelers:\u003c\/strong\u003e many items are very small and repetitive, so careful planning helps (work by weapon type, then apply stencils in consistent rows). A gloss surface and fine tweezers are recommended for clean placement on curved bomb bodies and rocket tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAircraft: U.S. air ordnance markings (bombs and rockets)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariant \/ Family: M-series bombs and 5-inch HVAR rockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct type: Waterslide decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType of equipment: Aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended kit: for any 1:48 aircraft weapons\/ordnance set or compatible kit-supplied stores\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService \/ Subject country: United States\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Print Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacture: Ukraine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: Print Scale 48-001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded ordnance marking options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM-series bomb stencils for \u003cstrong\u003eM-30 (100 lb)\u003c\/strong\u003e – numbered groups 1–2 on the sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM-series bomb stencils for \u003cstrong\u003eM-64 (500 lb)\u003c\/strong\u003e – numbered group 3 on the sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM-series bomb stencils for \u003cstrong\u003eM-57 (250 lb)\u003c\/strong\u003e – numbered groups 4–8 on the sheet, plus associated band elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM-series bomb stencils for \u003cstrong\u003eM-59 (1000 lb)\u003c\/strong\u003e – numbered groups 12–14 on the sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM-series bomb stencils for \u003cstrong\u003eM-66 (2000 lb)\u003c\/strong\u003e – numbered groups 9–11 on the sheet, plus associated band elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-inch HVAR rocket\u003c\/strong\u003e markings – numbered groups 15–17 on the sheet, including band\/stripe elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis decal set is part of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/print-scale\"\u003ePrint Scale\u003c\/a\u003e range and belongs to the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/decals\"\u003eDecals\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/waterslide-decals\"\u003eWaterslide Decals\u003c\/a\u003e categories. It is intended for use with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits-scale-1-48\"\u003e1:48 scale aircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e and complements builds within the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits\"\u003eaircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this decal sheet for the aircraft itself or for the weapons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set is for external stores: bombs and rockets. It provides stencil-style text blocks and band markings intended for ordnance carried by U.S. aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich ordnance types are covered on the sheet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheet includes markings for M-30 (100 lb), M-57 (250 lb), M-64 (500 lb), M-59 (1000 lb), and M-66 (2000 lb) bombs, plus 5-inch HVAR rockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use these decals on aftermarket resin weapons?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, as long as the weapon shape and available space match the intended stencil placement. A gloss coat helps decals conform to resin texture and curves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the yellow band elements included as separate decals?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The sheet includes yellow band\/stripe elements intended to represent common ordnance identification bands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat skill level is this set best suited for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the sheet includes many small, repeated stencil items, it is generally best suited to modelers comfortable working with fine decals and consistent alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Print Scale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44179098730678,"sku":"Print Scale 48-001","price":16.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/6405\/2662\/files\/Decal_Print_Scale_48-001_1_plastic-models-kits.com.jpg?v=1754582117","url":"https:\/\/plastic-models-kits.com\/products\/print-scale-48-001-decal-1-48-technical-inscriptions-and-marks-of-airbombs-usaf-the-second-world-war","provider":"Plastic Models Kits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}