Print Scale 48-072 Decal A-10 Thunderbolt II Part 1 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-072 Waterslide Decals are made for Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II model kits in 1/48 scale (also written as 1:48). This “Part 1” release includes large tail codes, serials, nose art-style graphics, unit badges, national insignia, and a structured set of technical stencils for multiple USAF-style subjects.

The A-10 is a twin-engine close support aircraft with a distinctive airframe layout and high-visibility markings in many training, test, and deployment schemes. The selection in this sheet spans late-1970s exercise camouflage through early-1990s service markings and a mid-1990s reserve subject, giving several different presentation styles on the same type.

For modelers, this set is useful when you want complete identities (codes + artwork + badges + stencil data) without mixing sheets. It is listed as universal for compatible 1/48 A-10 kits. Several options include long code strings and multi-part graphics, so careful alignment on a gloss surface is recommended before sealing.

• Aircraft: Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II
• Variant / Family: A-10A Thunderbolt II (Part 1)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any compatible 1/48 Fairchild Republic A-10 kit
• Service / Subject country: United States
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-072

Included aircraft marking options

• A-10A, number “74-552”, 349th Wing AFRES, 1995; markings shown with AFRES identifiers.
• A-10A, USAF serial 75-0258, 57th Tactical Training Wing (TAC); “JAWS” exercise camouflage, 1978.
• A-10A, serial 75-260, 57th Tactical Training Wing; “Jaws II” exercise camouflage, November 1977.
• A-10A, serial 76-0531, nickname “Stephanie Anne Bayou Babe”, 926 TFG / 706 TFS “Cajuns”, tail code “NO”; NAS New Orleans (LA) and King Fahd Airport (Saudi Arabia) as noted in the guide.
• A-10A, serial 77-0272, nickname “Desert Doc”, 926 TFG / 706 TFS “Cajuns”, tail code “NO”; NAS New Orleans (LA) and King Fahd Airport (Saudi Arabia) as noted in the guide.
• A-10A, 355th TFS / 354th TFW “Falcons”, tail code “MB”; Myrtle Beach AFB (SC) and King Fahd Airport (Saudi Arabia) as noted in the guide.
• A-10A, serial 79-0112, nickname “Here Comes the Judge”, 355th TFS / 354th TFW “Falcons”, tail code “MB”; Myrtle Beach AFB (SC) and King Fahd Airport (Saudi Arabia) as noted in the guide.
• A-10A, serial 79-0096, nickname “Honey Buns”; 353rd TFS / 354th TFW “Panthers”, tail code “MB”. The guide shows a “Wicked Sensation” title and a “61 missions” tally marking as part of the artwork.
• A-10A, serial 81-0964, 511th TFS, January 1991; personal nickname text is shown in the guide.

Additional notes: the set includes technical stencil decals and a placement diagram, plus camouflage reference callouts for the illustrated schemes.

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

What time span do the markings in Print Scale 48-072 represent?

The included options range from late-1970s exercise camouflage subjects to early-1990s service markings and a mid-1990s AFRES aircraft.

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

It includes both: aircraft-specific codes/artwork and a separate technical stencil selection, supported by a placement diagram in the instructions.

Are the “JAWS” and “Jaws II” schemes included as separate options?

Yes. The guide lists distinct exercise subjects with their own serials and camouflage layouts.

Any tips for placing long tail codes and multi-part graphics on the A-10?

Work over a glossy finish, align the largest code blocks first using panel lines as reference, then add smaller badges and titles. Seal after full curing to avoid silvering around raised details.