Print Scale 48-160 Decal 1:48 Navy F9F-2 -3 Panthers in Combat Part 2 1.5 sheets

Print Scale 48-160 waterslide decals are designed for 1/48 scale models of the Grumman F9F Panther (F9F-2 / F9F-3 family) in United States Navy carrier markings associated. This “Part 2” sheet provides a focused selection of modex numbers, tail codes, national insignia, and carrier-style identifiers for four specific aircraft.

The set supports a classic early-jet US Navy finish with large “NAVY” lettering and shipboard unit presentation. Scale is 1/48 (also written as 1:48), intended for builders working with standard 1/48 Panther kits.

Subject / Context: The F9F Panther was a carrier-based jet fighter used by US Navy squadrons in the early 1950s. Markings from this period typically combine prominent codes and restrained stenciling, reflecting fleet carrier operations during a transitional era in naval aviation.

For modelers: Print Scale 48-160 is useful if you want accurate modex-style numbers and squadron-specific identifiers without mixing subjects from different aircraft types. Because carrier markings often rely on careful symmetry and alignment (especially large tail and fuselage codes), this set is best suited to modelers with experience applying multi-part waterslide decals.

• Aircraft: Grumman F9F Panther
• Variant / Family: F9F-2 / F9F-3 (as represented)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any compatible 1/48 F9F Panther plastic model kit
  
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-160

Included aircraft marking options

• F9F-2B, BuNo 123589, modex S-101, VF-51, USS Essex (CV-9), 1951–1952.
• F9F-2, BuNo 123575, modex L-211, nickname recorded as “Big Dick”, VF-72, USS Bon Homme Richard (CV-31), November 1952.
• F9F-2, BuNo 125088, modex H-301, VF-831, USS Antietam (CV-36), March 1952.
• F9F-2, BuNo 123484, modex H-305, VF-151, USS Boxer (CV-21), August 1953. Markings include a small numeric tally-style marking as shown in the reference profile.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale lineup and sits in the Decals and Waterslide Decals categories. For matching kits, browse aircraft model kits and 1/48 scale aircraft model kits.