Print Scale 48-225 Decal Hurricane Top Pilots of the MTO and Africa Part 1 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-225 waterslide decals are designed for 1/48 scale aircraft models of the Hawker Hurricane Mk.I (Trop), focusing on RAF fighters used in the Mediterranean and North Africa area during 1940. This Part 1 set provides three specific aircraft options with serials, code elements, and national markings suitable for early desert-camouflage Hurricane builds.

The Hurricane Mk.I was a frontline RAF fighter at the beginning of World War II, and tropicalized aircraft operating from Egyptian bases are recognized by distinctive filter and finish details combined with high-contrast roundel styles. These marking options are presented in a neutral, documentation-focused way, helping modelers reproduce early-war RAF layouts without relying on generic codes.

For modelers, this sheet is compatible with any 1/48 Hurricane Mk.I kit that represents the Trop configuration. Because the set combines multiple roundel sizes, fin flashes, and serial/code placement across several surfaces, it is typically best suited to intermediate and advanced builders who are comfortable with alignment and sealing steps.

• Aircraft: Hawker Hurricane
• Variant / Family: Hurricane Mk.I (Trop)
• Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48)
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any 1/48 Hawker Hurricane Mk.I (Trop) plastic model kit
• Service / Subject country: Royal Air Force (United Kingdom)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-225

Included aircraft marking options

• Hurricane Mk.I (Trop), serial L1669, “Colly’s Battleship”, associated with RAF 80 and 274 Squadrons, El Amiriya (Egypt), August 1940.
• Hurricane Mk.I (Trop), serial P3729, RAF 33 Squadron, Fuka (Egypt), October 1940.
• Hurricane Mk.I (Trop), serial P2643 with code YK, RAF 274 Squadron, Amtiya (Egypt), August to November 1940.

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 in the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Which Hurricane variant is represented in this decal set?

The marking options are presented for the Hawker Hurricane Mk.I (Trop) configuration used in 1940.

Do the decals include both serials and unit code elements?

Yes. The sheet includes serial numbers and code elements as shown in the instructions, along with the appropriate RAF national markings.

Will this work with any 1/48 Hurricane kit?

The set is listed as universal for 1/48 scale, but best results come from using a kit that matches the Mk.I Trop configuration and the same style of roundels and fin flashes.

Are these markings suitable for early desert-camouflage projects?

Yes. The options are associated with Egyptian bases in 1940 and are intended to support early RAF desert-themed Hurricane builds.