Print Scale 48-168 Decal Curtiss P-40 C, CU. Part 1 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-168 Waterslide Decals are intended for 1/48 scale (also written as 1:48) models of the Curtiss P-40C / P-40-CU fighter. This Part 1 set combines aircraft-specific markings with a technical stencil selection, supporting early-war US Army Air Corps subjects shown in the included guide.

The P-40 family appeared in several early variants, and period markings can include large national insignia, underwing “U.S. ARMY” lettering, tail codes, and unit emblems. In 1/48 scale, these high-contrast elements are central to the finished look, especially on Olive Drab and Neutral Gray paint schemes typical of the 1941 timeframe.

For modelers, this sheet is helpful when you want consistent insignia proportions and readable stencil typography across a P-40 build. Several options mix large codes with smaller unit symbols, so it’s practical to place the biggest items first (roundels, tail codes, underwing text), seal them, and then add the smaller identifiers and stencils.

• Aircraft: Curtiss P-40 (P-40C / P-40-CU)
• Variant / Family: P-40C and P-40-CU (early P-40 series)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any compatible 1/48 Curtiss P-40C / P-40-CU plastic model kit
• Service / Subject country: United States (USAAC)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-168

Included aircraft marking options

• P-40-CU, 33rd Pursuit Squadron, 8th Pursuit Group (USAAC), 1941. Tail code “8P” with aircraft number “21”; unit emblem carried on the fuselage; white-edged red wheel discs noted in the guide.
• P-40C, 44th Pursuit Squadron, 44th Fighter Group (USAAC), aircraft number “337”, Bellows Field (Hawaii), December 1941.
• P-40C, 33rd Fighter Squadron, 8th Fighter Group (USAAC), Iceland, August 1941; fuselage number “113426” shown in the guide.
• P-40-CU, 79th Pursuit Squadron, 20th Fighter Group (USAAC), Hamilton Field (California), circa 1941. Tail code “20P” with aircraft number “23”; large “U.S. ARMY” underwing lettering noted in the guide.

In addition to the four marking options, the set includes a technical stencil layout for the P-40 airframe, with servicing and access markings intended to be placed using the accompanying diagram.

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 projects in the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

How many marking options are included in Print Scale 48-168?

This set includes four aircraft marking options, listed in the “Included aircraft marking options” section above.

Does this sheet include airframe stencils?

Yes. Along with the main markings, the set includes a technical stencil selection with a placement diagram.

Which P-40 versions does this set fit?

The options are presented for P-40C and P-40-CU airframes. Check small external details on your kit (such as antenna and panel layout) to match the specific subject you choose.

Will these decals work with any 1/48 P-40 kit brand?

They are intended for 1/48 P-40C / P-40-CU kits in general. Before applying large items like underwing lettering or tail codes, compare the decal size to your kit’s wing panels and control-surface lines.

What is a practical order for applying the markings on these schemes?

Many modelers apply national insignia and large codes first, seal them, and then add smaller unit emblems and stencils to reduce handling and keep alignment clean.