Print Scale 48-118 Decal Top Pilots of Legion Condor Part 1 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-118 Waterslide Decals are made for 1/48 scale aircraft models of the Heinkel He 51B-1. This “top pilots of the Legion Condor – Part 1” sheet provides individual aircraft numbers, unit-style identifiers, and national markings to reproduce four He 51B-1 subjects documented for the Spanish Civil War period (1936–1939).

The Heinkel He 51 was an early biplane fighter type that appeared with a variety of tactical numbers and unit recognition markings. The options in this set focus on clear fuselage identifiers and tail/wing marking layouts, presented in a neutral, catalog-style format suitable for accurate scale finishing.

The included subjects are all He 51B-1 airframes linked to J/88 units and specific locations/periods shown in the instruction profiles. The set is built around large, high-contrast numbers and geometric elements that define the look of these aircraft in 1/48.

For modelers, the main work is aligning the oversized fuselage numerals and multi-part wing markings consistently on both sides. Applying the largest markings first over a gloss surface helps positioning, especially where the biplane wing structure limits access. Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48).

• Aircraft: Heinkel He 51
• Variant / Family: He 51B-1
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: Germany (Spanish Civil War period)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-118

Included aircraft marking options

• He 51B-1, aircraft “2-123”, 4./J/88, Aragon, late 1937 / early 1938.
• He 51B-1, aircraft “2-78”, 3./J/88, Zaragoza, spring 1938. Aircraft associated in the guide with Oberleutnant Adolf Galland (Staffelkapitän).
• He 51B-1, aircraft “2-64”, 1./J/88, Vitoria, spring–summer 1937. Aircraft associated in the guide with Oberleutnant Harro Harder (Staffelkapitän). Note in the guide: “2×64” on the right side.
• He 51B-1, aircraft “2-82”, 3./J/88, Northern Front, late 1937. Marked in the guide as possibly associated with Leutnant Eduard Neumann.

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 builds within the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

How many aircraft options are included in Print Scale 48-118?

The instruction sheet shows four He 51B-1 marking options (numbered 1–4), and the decal layout corresponds to those four subjects.

Which aircraft type is this sheet designed for?

This set is intended for the Heinkel He 51B-1 in 1/48 scale, with markings based on J/88 subjects shown in the guide.

Are these decals compatible with any 1/48 He 51 kit?

The set is listed as universal. Fit can vary slightly between kit manufacturers, so it helps to dry-fit the fuselage numerals and wing markings before final placement.

Does the sheet include large wing marking elements?

Yes. The sheet includes large geometric wing elements and round/disk items intended to match the layouts shown in the profiles, in addition to the fuselage numbers.

Do the options include historically sensitive symbols?

Some subjects depict period-era insignia as part of the documented markings. If you display or ship finished models internationally, it may be useful to check any local restrictions that apply to certain historical symbols.

Historical model note: This item is intended for scale modeling and historical miniature building only. No political endorsement, propaganda, or discriminatory content is intended. Product images and markings should be checked before publication to ensure they do not show prohibited political symbols.