Print Scale 48-018 Decal La-5 Part 1 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-018 Waterslide Decals are intended for 1:48 scale aircraft models of the Lavochkin La-5 family. This “Part 1” sheet focuses on multiple Soviet-era La-5, La-5F and La-5FN style markings, including tactical numbers, red stars, and several aircraft-specific inscriptions as shown in the set’s reference layouts.

The La-5 series was a single-engine fighter type used during World War II, and it appeared in several production and field-identification variations. This decal set is designed to help modelers reproduce different unit-style presentations and individual aircraft appearances without turning the project into a long historical narrative.

For modelers, the set is useful when you want a La-5 build with distinctive numbers, slogans, and emblem-style details. It is recommended for experienced builders because some options include multi-part markings and small text elements that benefit from careful alignment. The decals are marked as universal and can be used with any compatible 1:48 La-5 kit.

• Aircraft: Lavochkin La-5
• Variant / Family: La-5 / La-5F / La-5FN (as included)
• Scale: 1:48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any 1:48 Lavochkin La-5 kit
• Service / Subject country: USSR
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-018

Included aircraft marking options

• La-5, 4 GvIAP (Baltic Fleet Air Forces as listed), tactical number “04”, pilot listed: Senior Lieutenant Dmitriev V.M, summer 1943.
• La-5 (unit designations listed: 5th GvIAP / 11th GvIAD / 2nd GvShAK), 1st Ukrainian Front (as listed), includes dedication-style inscription referencing a jazz orchestra fundraising note, 1943.
• La-5 (unit listed: 240 IAP), tactical number “02”, pilot listed: K.A. Yevtigneyev, spring 1942.
• La-5FN, unit listed: 171 IAP, link commander note as listed, pilot listed: I.A. Veshnjakova, 1944.
• La-5F, squadron text “Mongolian arat” as printed, unit listed: 2nd GIAP, includes donation/fundraising note as listed (Mongolia), without additional narrative.
• La-5 early series, tactical number “24”, Belgorod area note as listed, 1943.
• La-5FN (unit designations listed: 5th GvIAP / 11th GvIAD / 2nd GvShAK), 1st Ukrainian Front (as listed), tactical number “01”, pilot listed: Vitaly Popkov, 1943.
• La-5FN, unit listed: 175 GIAP, tactical number “14”, February 1945, pilot listed: Capt. K.A. Evstigneyev.
• La-5 first series, tactical number “23”, dated 19 August 1942, operational note “Stalingrad” as listed; pilot listed: Lt. Patoka.
• La-5, unit listed: 960 IAP, tactical number “84”, Spanish pilot listed: Vincent Beltran, June 1943; includes slogan text as printed on the artwork.
• La-5, tactical number “8”, pilot listed: Lt. P. Rakov, summer 1944; option note indicates a non-standard yellow tactical number and yellow star edging.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale range and belongs to the Decals and Waterslide Decals categories. It is designed for use with 1:48 scale aircraft model kits and supports projects across the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Which Lavochkin variants can this set be used for?

The set is suitable for La-5 family builds in 1:48 scale, including markings presented for La-5, La-5F and La-5FN style aircraft as shown in the included options.

Does the sheet include both numbers and national markings?

Yes. The set includes tactical numbers and red star-style national markings arranged to match the aircraft options shown in the reference layouts.

Are any inscription-style markings included?

Several options include slogan or dedication-style text elements as printed on the set’s artwork. These can be used to reproduce the specific aircraft presentations shown in the marking options.

Which kits are compatible with these decals?

The decals are marked as universal and are intended for any 1:48 Lavochkin La-5 kit with compatible surface layout and dimensions.

Is this set suitable for beginners?

It is generally better suited to experienced modelers due to multi-part markings, small text elements, and alignment across curved fuselage areas.