Print Scale 48-039 Decal P-51 Mustang-D The complete set 2 leaf Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-039 Waterslide Decals are a two-sheet set for 1/48 scale builds of the North American P-51 Mustang, centered on WWII-era USAAF subjects. The sheet combines large squadron codes and serials with individual nose art and selection-specific markings, allowing a modeler to build a clearly identifiable airframe rather than a generic Mustang finish.

The P-51D became widely used as a long-range escort fighter in multiple theaters, and many aircraft carried unit codes and personal artwork that varied by squadron and period. This set focuses on those visual identifiers—fuselage codes, tail numbers, and artwork—supported by national insignia and a range of small stencils and service markings.

For modelers, the project typically involves balancing large markings (codes, checker or diamond-style panels) with smaller data items placed around access panels and fuel system stenciling. The set is suited to advanced builds and can be adapted to any compatible 1/48 P-51 kit by adjusting placement to the chosen kit’s panel layout and optional drop tanks/stores configuration.

• Aircraft: North American P-51 Mustang
• Variant / Family: P-51D Mustang (includes one P-51B option as listed)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any 1/48 P-51 Mustang kit (universal)
• Service / Subject country: United States (USAAF)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-039

Included aircraft marking options

• P-51D “Iron Ass”, QP-X, serial 44-11661, 334th FS / 4th FG, 1943–1944. Markings associated with Lt Col Jack J. Oberhansly.
• P-51D-5-NA, KI-S, number 13859, 55th FS / 20th FG, 1944. Markings associated with Lt Walter H. “Moon” Mullins.
• P-51D-15-NA, coded PI-J, serial 44-15025, 360th FS / 356th FG, WWII period. Notes include a red rudder identification for the 360th FS; markings associated with Lt James A. Hickey.
• P-51D-20-NA, coded MX-U, serial 44-64147, 78th FG / 82nd FS, from March 1945. Includes the aircraft nickname text as shown on the sheet; markings associated with Col Richard A. Hewitt.
• P-51D, coded QP-L, serial 42-106924. Markings associated with Lt Ralph “Kid” Hofer (unit not specified in the option list).
• P-51B, coded QP-J “The Deacon”, serial 43-6898, 334th Fighter Squadron (noted as ex 71 “Eagle” Squadron). Markings associated with Maj Howard D. Hively.
• P-51D-20-NA, coded QP-W, serial 44-72155, 334th FS, 1944–1945. Markings associated with Lt Ralph H. Buchanan.
• P-51D-20-NA (NA.122), serial 44-63819, “Keep Smilin” nose title, 402nd FS / 370th FG, Ninth Air Force, WWII period. Markings associated with Charles Nelson.
• P-51D, serial 44-14570, WD-D “Thunderbird”, 335th Fighter Squadron, WWII period. Markings associated with Capt Ted E. Lines.

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 1/48 scale aircraft model kits and complements projects within the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

How many aircraft options are included in Print Scale 48-039?

The set includes nine marking options, each identified by code letters and serial/number details in the option list.

Does the set include only P-51D aircraft?

Most options are for P-51D variants, and the set also includes one P-51B option (“The Deacon”) as listed in the marking options.

Are national insignia and stencil-style markings provided?

Yes. Along with the individual aircraft markings, the set includes national insignia elements and a selection of smaller service and data markings intended to support a complete finish.

Will these decals fit any 1/48 P-51 kit?

They are intended as a universal 1/48 option. Code placement and larger pattern panels should be aligned to your chosen kit’s panel lines and the specific airframe configuration you are modeling.