Print Scale 48-192 Decal SBD Dauntless and A-24 Banshee in combat Part 2 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-192 waterslide decals are designed for 1/48 scale plastic model kits of the Douglas SBD Dauntless / A-24 Banshee family. This Part 2 sheet provides two researched US Navy-style marking options and a dedicated stencil set suitable for WWII-era carrier aircraft finishes and typical mid-war insignia layouts.

The SBD/A-24 airframe is recognizable for its perforated dive brakes, framed canopy, and large national insignia positions across wings and fuselage. These features make the Dauntless a strong subject for decal-based projects where accurate modex numbers, tail markings, and correctly sized insignia are essential to the final look.

For modelers, this set is useful when you want a specific, documented aircraft appearance rather than generic markings. It includes large-format insignia, modex numerals, tail elements, and a technical stencil selection. Due to the quantity of small stencil items and the need for careful alignment on multiple surfaces, this sheet is best suited to intermediate and advanced builds.

• Aircraft: Douglas SBD Dauntless / A-24 Banshee
• Variant / Family: SBD-3 and SBD-5 marking options
• Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48)
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any compatible 1/48 SBD Dauntless / A-24 Banshee plastic model kit
• Service / Subject country: United States Navy (USA)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Decal paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-192

Included aircraft marking options

• SBD-3 “Black S-10”, BuNo 4690, VS-5, USS Yorktown, May 1942. Early-style US national insignia and tail/rudder striping elements as shown in the set layout.
• SBD-5 “White 35”, VB-16, USS Lexington (CV-16), early April 1944. Later-style US insignia placement with modex “35” and associated airframe markings.

Additional items included: a technical stencil selection for the SBD/A-24 airframe, presented with numbered placement guidance on the instruction sheet.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale range and is listed under Decals and Waterslide Decals. It is intended for projects built from 1/48 scale aircraft model kits and complements the broader aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Does this sheet include technical stencils?

Yes. Alongside the two main marking options, the set includes a numbered technical stencil selection with placement guidance.

Which variants are covered in Part 2?

The included marking options represent SBD-3 and SBD-5 aircraft. The sheet is suitable for 1/48 kits within the SBD/A-24 family where the marking layout matches the airframe.

Is a specific kit brand required?

No. The set is suitable for any compatible 1/48 SBD Dauntless / A-24 Banshee plastic model kit with correct marking dimensions for the selected option.

Is this set recommended for beginners?

It can be used by any modeler, but the quantity of small stencils and the need for consistent alignment typically make it more comfortable for intermediate and advanced builders.

What surface prep helps with large insignia decals?

A smooth gloss or semi-gloss finish usually helps reduce silvering and supports clean edges on large national insignia and wing markings.