Print Scale 48-080 Decal Vought OS2U Kingfisher Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-080 Waterslide Decals are designed for Vought OS2U Kingfisher aircraft models in 1/48 scale (also written as 1:48). This set provides national insignia, aircraft numbers, and unit identifiers for Kingfisher floatplane subjects shown in the included profiles, covering several operators and presentation styles.

The OS2U Kingfisher was a shipboard and coastal observation seaplane used from naval vessels and shore stations. Because these aircraft often carried prominent side numbers and high-visibility markings, an accurate decal sheet can be the key to reproducing a specific documented airframe rather than a generic scheme.

For modelers, this sheet is helpful when you want consistent insignia shapes and clear number styles across different subjects, including float-equipped configurations. Several options use large, high-contrast elements (stars, roundels, and multi-part codes), so a careful placement plan and a smooth surface finish are recommended. The set is listed as universal for 1/48 OS2U Kingfisher kits; minor alignment adjustments may be needed depending on the kit’s panel layout and molded detail.

• Aircraft: Vought OS2U Kingfisher
• Variant / Family: OS2U series (profiles include OS2U-2 and OS2U-3 subjects)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: United States, United Kingdom (Fleet Air Arm), Soviet Union, Chile
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-080

Included aircraft marking options

• OS2U-3, Northern Fleet context as presented in the profile notes; aircraft marked “1” with red star insignia and a light finish scheme.
• OS2U-3, aircraft number “308” with Chilean-style insignia, shown with a darker overall finish in the profile notes.
• Kingfisher Mk.I, serial “FN678”, No. 765 Naval Air Squadron (training unit context noted), England, 1943 period.
• U.S. Navy, Naval Air Base 100, Corpus Christi, Texas, 1942 period; aircraft marked “100”.
• Vought OS2U-2, VS-2D1 (First Naval District / Inshore Patrol Squadron), NAS Quonset Point, Rhode Island, 1941 period; BuNo “2193” with “2D1-S1” codes shown.

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 marking options are included in Print Scale 48-080?

The set includes five marking options, matching the five numbered aircraft profiles shown in the provided instruction artwork.

Are both U.S. and non-U.S. Kingfisher subjects included?

Yes. The options include U.S. Navy subjects and additional operators shown in the profiles, including Fleet Air Arm and other non-U.S. markings.

Does this sheet support floatplane configurations?

Yes. The profiles depict float-equipped OS2U Kingfisher subjects, and the included markings are intended for those airframes as shown.

Will these decals fit any 1/48 OS2U Kingfisher kit?

The set is listed as universal for 1/48 OS2U Kingfisher kits. Fit can vary slightly by tooling, so test placement around panel lines and surface detail is recommended.

What surface preparation helps with larger insignia and numbers?

A smooth glossy finish before decaling is commonly used to reduce silvering. After the decals fully dry, a clear protective coat can help blend edges and protect the markings during handling.