Print Scale 48-037 Decal P-38 Lightning Part 2 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-037 Waterslide Decals are intended for 1/48 scale builds of the Lockheed P-38 Lightning (Part 2), offering four individual aircraft marking options plus a set of airframe stencils and national insignia. Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48).

The subjects in this sheet represent USAAF-style P-38 finishes from the WWII period, combining large unit codes, serial elements, and distinctive nose art for different aircraft identities. The options include both P-38H and P-38J variants, giving modelers flexibility across common Lightning kit releases.

The P-38 Lightning was a twin-engine, twin-boom fighter family known for its distinctive layout and long-range escort and patrol roles. Its large tail surfaces and concentrated fuselage markings make it a strong subject for code-heavy decal projects.

For modelers, this set is useful when you want a complete external marking package in one purchase: major identifiers, nose art, and numerous small service markings. Because the sheet includes many small stencil items and multi-part codes, careful planning, a glossy base coat, and step-by-step placement are recommended. The set is listed as universal and can be applied to any 1/48 P-38 Lightning plastic model kit, with positioning adjusted to match your kit’s panel lines and variant details.

• Aircraft: Lockheed P-38 Lightning
• Variant / Family: P-38H and P-38J
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: United States Army Air Forces (USAAF), United States
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-037

Included aircraft marking options

• P-38J, serial 42-67685, code CG-O, “Journey’s End”; option associated with Maj. Joseph Myers Jr.; listed with 38th FS, 55th FG.
• P-38H-5-LO, serial 42-67060, “Skylark IV”; option associated with Capt. Mark K. and 2/Lt Herbert T.; unit line is listed as 38th FS with additional higher-formation notes in the source list.
• P-38H, serial 42-66683, “Pluto” with “208”; listed with 12th FS, 18th FG, 13th AF; New Guinea, 1943.
• P-38J, serial 42-67928, code MC-L, “Hells Belle”; option associated with 1/Lt Willard H. Lewis; listed with 79th FS, 20th FG.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale assortment and is listed under Decals and Waterslide Decals. It is intended for 1/48 scale aircraft model kits and fits projects within the aircraft model kits category.

FAQ

How many P-38 aircraft options are included in Print Scale 48-037?

The sheet provides four distinct P-38 Lightning marking options, shown as numbered subjects in the set documentation.

Which P-38 variants does this sheet cover?

The included options are presented for P-38H and P-38J aircraft. Check your specific kit variant and adjust placement where panel lines or tail details differ.

Does the set include stencils and small servicing markings?

Yes. In addition to the main codes and insignia, the sheet includes a large group of small airframe markings intended for standard external placement points.

Can I use these decals on any 1/48 P-38 kit?

The set is listed as universal. It can be used with any 1/48 P-38 kit, but you may need minor adjustments in spacing or position depending on the manufacturer and the exact variant represented.

What application approach works best for the smaller markings?

Apply the larger markings first, then complete the stencils in sections (nose area, booms, wings, tail). A gloss surface and light repositioning while wet can help keep alignment consistent.