Print Scale 48-173 Decal Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress Veni, Vidi, Vici Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-173 Waterslide Decals are designed for 1/48 scale models of the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, focusing on a single named aircraft: “Veni, Vidi, Vici”. The sheet provides the core external markings needed to reproduce this specific bomber with its identifiable tail group marking, serial presentation, and aircraft codes as shown in the included guide.

The set includes US national insignia, aircraft code letters, serial-style numbers, and the name script, allowing a modeler to build a consistent WWII-era USAAF finish without combining elements from multiple subjects. Marking placement is supported by the diagram artwork provided with the set.

The B-17 Flying Fortress is a four-engine heavy bomber strongly associated with USAAF operations from UK bases during World War II. For scale modeling, it is a large airframe with wide surface area for insignia, code letters, and unit identifiers, making it well suited to single-aircraft decal subjects like this one.

This sheet is intended for builders who want a dedicated “one aircraft” project in 1/48 scale. It can be used with most compatible B-17 kits in this scale; careful planning helps when aligning larger code letters and tail markings across panel lines and clear-coated finishes. Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48).

• Aircraft: Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress
• Variant / Family: B-17F (as depicted in the set’s subject presentation)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any compatible 1/48 Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress plastic model kit
• Service / Subject country: United States Army Air Forces (USA)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-173

Included aircraft marking options

• B-17 Flying Fortress “Veni, Vidi, Vici”, 388th Bomb Group subject (UK-based USAAF context), with Square “H” tail marking, code letter “M”, and serial shown as 230661.

This decal sheet 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

Is this set intended for a single aircraft or multiple options?

Print Scale 48-173 is focused on one named aircraft, “Veni, Vidi, Vici”, with one defined marking layout.

Does the sheet include the tail group marking and serial-style numbers?

Yes. The set includes the Square “H” identifier, the serial presentation (230661), and the letter codes shown for this subject.

Do I need to paint any background shapes for the tail marking?

Depending on your kit and finishing approach, the background shape (such as a tail-group panel) may be painted, with the decal providing the letters/numbers placed on top as shown in the guide.

What finish is recommended before applying these decals?

A smooth gloss coat is commonly used before decal application to reduce silvering. After the decals are fully dry, a protective clear coat can be applied to match the final finish of the model.