Print Scale 48-070 Decal 1:48 F-105 Thunderchief MiG claim for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-070 Waterslide Decals are intended for 1/48 scale models of the Republic F-105 Thunderchief, focusing on F-105D subjects with Vietnam-era style tail codes, serials, nose names, and related presentation markings. The sheet combines large-format identifiers (tail codes and serial blocks) with nose art elements and a substantial set of maintenance-style stencils.

The F-105 Thunderchief is closely associated with U.S. Air Force operations in Southeast Asia and later stateside service. This decal set centers on specific airframes documented in the included guide, allowing a modeler to reproduce distinctive aircraft identities rather than a generic camouflaged F-105D.

For a 1/48 builder, this sheet is useful because it provides both the “headline” items (codes, names, artwork) and the smaller items that visually finish an airframe (rescue markings, warning triangles, and other data markings). Print Scale lists the set as universal for 1/48 F-105 kits; due to the quantity of small stencils and alignment-sensitive serial blocks, it is generally best suited to experienced modelers.

• Aircraft: Republic F-105 Thunderchief
• Variant / Family: F-105D (D-10-RE / D-20-RE / D-25-RE)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: United States Air Force (United States)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-070

Included aircraft marking options

• F-105D-20-RE Thunderchief, serial 61-0132, tail code JJ, 34th TES, 388th TEW, Korat RTAB, August 1967. Markings include “HANOI SPECIAL” titles and air-to-air credit stars as depicted in the guide.
• F-105D-25-RE Thunderchief, serial 61-0069, tail code RU. The guide notes an air-to-air credit marking dated 28 April 1967 and references an October 1983 display-restoration photo; the option includes nose artwork shown in that reference.
• F-105D-10-RE Thunderchief, serial 60-0504, tail code RU, 357th TES, 355th TFW, Takhli RTAB, 1970. Markings include the aircraft name “Memphis Belle II”.
• F-105D Thunderchief, serial 62-4284, tail code SH, 465th TFS (AFRES). The guide references a photo taken at Dobbins AFB, Georgia, 7 June 1975, and shows three air-to-air credit stars associated with dates recorded for 1967.

Additional information

The instruction sheet provides a camouflage reference and lists the following Federal Standard colors for the illustrated schemes:

• FS 34079 (Dark Green)
• FS 34102 (Medium Green)
• FS 30219 (Tan)
• FS 36622 (Gray)

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 complements builds in the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

How many aircraft options are included on this sheet?

This set includes four distinct F-105D marking options, each identified in the guide as items 1 through 4.

Does the sheet include stencils or only tail codes and nose art?

It includes both. Along with the large identifiers and artwork, the sheet provides multiple blocks of maintenance-style stencil markings such as warning triangles, rescue items, and other airframe data.

Do I need a specific F-105D sub-variant to use these decals?

The options are presented for different F-105D production blocks (D-10-RE, D-20-RE, and D-25-RE). Match the chosen option to the external details of your kit (antenna fit, pylons, and other features) before applying markings.

Are paint references provided for the camouflage?

Yes. The instructions list FS 34079, FS 34102, FS 30219, and FS 36622 as reference colors for the schemes shown.