Print Scale 48-177 Decal Polikarpov U-2/Po-2 Part 2 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-177 waterslide decals are intended for 1/48 scale aircraft models of the Polikarpov U-2 / Po-2 biplane family (Part 2). This set provides aircraft numbers, red star insignia in multiple formats, unit-style emblems, and selected inscriptions used on different U-2 and Po-2 variants shown in the placement guide.

The U-2/Po-2 series served in a wide range of roles, from training and liaison tasks to night operations, transport, and medical support. The marking options in this sheet cover several unit contexts and timeframes, including pre-war schemes and WWII-period subjects, presented in a neutral, catalog-style format.

For modelers, the decals are suitable for 1/48 scale Polikarpov U-2 / Po-2 plastic model kits. Several options rely on large star placements, multi-part numbers, and fine details, so careful alignment and standard decal setting solutions are recommended, especially on fabric-surface areas and compound curves.

• Aircraft: Polikarpov U-2 / Po-2
• Variant / Family: U-2 / Po-2 family (including U-2VS, Po-2VS, U-2SP/PS-3, S-2)
• Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48)
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any 1/48 scale Polikarpov U-2 / Po-2 plastic model kit
• Service / Subject country: Soviet Union (USSR) and related operators shown in the options
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-177

Included aircraft marking options

• Po-2VS, 9th GbNBAD, serial 28, supply mission note related to Polish resistance support, September 1944.
• U-2SP (PS-3), 62nd Guards Air Regiment of GVF, serial 9, winter 1943–1944 (float-equipped configuration shown).
• U-2VS (LNB), 242nd NBAD, serial 5; pilot listed as N.V. Popova, operational record note: 852 missions.
• U-2VS (LNB), 46th GvNBAD, serial 2.
• U-2, 2nd “Numberless” Regiment, 46th ZAP, serial 9, July 1943; production note: Kazan factory.
• U-2, serial 80, Engels Flying School, July 1932.
• Po-2, 889th NBAP, serial 4, Wysoche-Bartosh (Poland), October 9, 1944; incident note in source: take-off accident, crew listed as V.G. Pzhegailinsky and I.S. Inshakov.
• S-2, Separate transport-medical regiment, 4th VA, summer 1944.
• U-2, serial 5, two-colour camouflage; recovery/capture note in source: summer 1941.
• U-2 “Menzhinskiy”, aeroclub of Factory No. 39, serial 1, mid-1930s.
• U-2, 235th ShAP / 264th ShAD, Moldova airfield, 1944; time note: 17:45 on June 21, 1944; incident note in source: collision with a P-39 during take-off; pilot listed as I.N. Vinogradov.
• Po-2VS, 23rd GvNBAD, serial 1.
• U-2, 399th Separate Liaison Regiment, 3rd VA, serial 13; 3rd Belorussian Front (Königsberg direction), February 1945.
• Po-2VS, serial 6, Air Force Academy, Monino, 1945.

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 in the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Does this set cover both “U-2” and “Po-2” designations?

Yes. The included options use U-2 and Po-2 naming, including service variants such as U-2VS, Po-2VS, and U-2SP (PS-3).

Are markings included for a float-equipped aircraft?

Yes. One option (U-2SP / PS-3) is shown in a float-equipped configuration in the placement guide.

Are there pre-war schemes in this sheet?

Yes. The set includes pre-war era subjects (for example, options dated 1932 and the mid-1930s) in addition to WWII-period options.

What makes this sheet more suitable for experienced builders?

Several options use large star placements, multi-part numbers, and small details that benefit from careful measuring, a gloss surface, and controlled use of setting solutions during application.