{"product_id":"print-scale-48-159-decal-1-48-navy-f9f-2-3-part-1","title":"Print Scale 48-159 Decal 1:48 Navy F9F-2 -3 Panthers Part 1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Scale 48-159 Waterslide Decals\u003c\/strong\u003e are designed for \u003cstrong\u003e1\/48 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e models of the \u003cstrong\u003eGrumman F9F Panther\u003c\/strong\u003e family, covering \u003cstrong\u003eF9F-2, F9F-2B, and F9F-3\u003c\/strong\u003e aircraft marked for U.S. Navy. The sheet provides modex codes, Bureau Numbers (BuNo), national insignia, and ship\/squadron identifiers as shown in the placement guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe F9F Panther served as a carrier-based jet fighter in the early Cold War period, operating from U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and using high-contrast markings that are well suited to 1\/48 display builds. This set focuses on specific shipboard squadrons and time frames, enabling a modeler to reproduce a documented aircraft identity rather than a generic scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor modelers, this sheet is useful when you want matching carrier-style markings across fuselage, tail, and wing positions, including consistent modex lettering and BuNo formats. Print Scale lists the set as \u003cstrong\u003euniversal\u003c\/strong\u003e for 1\/48 kits; because the markings include multiple large code elements that require careful alignment, it is generally best suited to experienced builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAircraft: Grumman F9F Panther\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariant \/ Family: F9F-2 \/ F9F-2B \/ F9F-3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduct type: Waterslide decals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType of equipment: Aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended kit: for Any \/ Universal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService \/ Subject country: United States Navy (United States)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Print Scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of manufacture: Ukraine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: Print Scale 48-159\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded aircraft marking options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eF9F-3, BuNo 123025, modex S-202, VF-52, USS \u003cem\u003eValley Forge\u003c\/em\u003e (CV-45), July 1950.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eF9F-2, BuNo 127184, modex V-101, VF-111, USS \u003cem\u003ePhilippine Sea\u003c\/em\u003e (CV-47), November 1950.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eF9F-2, BuNo 125136, modex K-105, VF-31, USS \u003cem\u003eLeyte\u003c\/em\u003e (CV-32), November 1950.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eF9F-2B, BuNo 123612, modex B-121 “Ozark Ike”, VF-191, USS \u003cem\u003ePrinceton\u003c\/em\u003e (CV-37), April–May 1951.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis decal set is part of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/print-scale\"\u003ePrint Scale\u003c\/a\u003e range and belongs to the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/decals\"\u003eDecals\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/waterslide-decals\"\u003eWaterslide Decals\u003c\/a\u003e categories. It is designed for use with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits-scale-1-48\"\u003e1\/48 scale aircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e and complements projects within the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits\"\u003eaircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many marking options are included in Print Scale 48-159?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set includes four aircraft marking options, numbered 1 through 4 in the instruction guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich Panther versions does the sheet support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe options are presented for F9F-2, F9F-2B, and F9F-3 aircraft. Choose the option that matches your kit’s variant details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre carrier identifiers included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The marking options are tied to specific U.S. Navy squadrons and aircraft carriers, and the sheet includes the modex-style codes used for shipboard identification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill these decals fit any 1\/48 F9F Panther kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrint Scale lists the set as universal for 1\/48 scale. Fit should be broadly compatible, but it’s recommended to test-placement of larger code elements to match your kit’s tail and fuselage geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Print Scale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44179106693302,"sku":"Print Scale 48-159","price":19.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/6405\/2662\/files\/Decal_Print_Scale_48-159_1_plastic-models-kits.com.jpg?v=1754579007","url":"https:\/\/plastic-models-kits.com\/products\/print-scale-48-159-decal-1-48-navy-f9f-2-3-part-1","provider":"Plastic Models Kits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}