Print Scale 48-227 Decal Hurricane Top Pilots of the MTO and Africa Part 3 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-227 Waterslide Decals are designed for 1/48 scale plastic model kits of the Hawker Hurricane Mk.I (Trop). This Part 3 sheet focuses on Mediterranean and North Africa–based subjects and provides aircraft codes, serials, national insignia, and a supporting stencil selection for four documented marking options. Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48).

The Hurricane Mk.I in tropical configuration is a popular subject for early-war RAF and Commonwealth projects, where markings often combine large squadron codes with clear serial presentation and theatre-specific finishes. The options in this set represent aircraft recorded at Malta, Greece/Crete, and Libya during 1940–1941.

For modelers, the sheet is useful when you want consistent RAF-style roundels, fin flash elements, and code characters that match a specific aircraft identity. The set is listed as universal and can be applied to any compatible 1/48 Hurricane Mk.I (Trop) kit. Due to the amount of small stencil data and multi-surface placement, this set is typically best suited to intermediate and advanced builds.

• Aircraft: Hawker Hurricane
• Variant / Family: Hurricane Mk.I (Trop)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: for aircraft plastic model kit
• Recommended kit: for any compatible 1/48 Hurricane Mk.I (Trop) kit (universal fit)
• Service / Subject country: Royal Air Force (United Kingdom); Royal Australian Air Force (Australia)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-227

Included aircraft marking options

• Hurricane Mk.I (Trop), V7795, No. 80 Squadron RAF, documented for Eleusis (Greece) and Maleme (Crete), Apr–May 1941. Markings include serial, fin flash, and RAF-style roundels (as shown in the guide).
• Hurricane Mk.I (Trop), P3731 with code “J”, No. 261 Squadron RAF, Luqa, Malta, Aug 1940 to Jan 1941. Scheme note in the guide indicates Dark Earth / Dark Green with Sky and Black areas.
• Hurricane Mk.I (Trop), V7419 with code “NW”, No. 33 Squadron RAF, Larissa, Greece, Apr 1941. RAF-style markings with theatre-appropriate code presentation.
• Hurricane Mk.I (Trop), P3967 with code “OS-B”, No. 3 Squadron RAAF, Benina, Libya, Mar 1941. Includes code/serial elements and roundels suitable for this configuration.

Also included: a technical stencil selection shown on the placement diagram for typical servicing labels and airframe markings.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale range and is listed in Decals and Waterslide Decals. It is intended for projects using 1/48 scale aircraft model kits and complements builds in Aircraft Model Kits.

FAQ

How many aircraft marking options are included in this set?

This sheet includes four Hurricane Mk.I (Trop) marking options, each with its own serial and code presentation.

Are technical stencils included?

Yes. A technical stencil selection is included and shown in the placement guide, allowing you to add additional airframe labeling detail if desired.

Which Hurricane version is this set intended for?

The markings are intended for the Hawker Hurricane Mk.I (Trop) as shown in the included aircraft options and diagrams.

Can these decals be used with any 1/48 Hurricane kit?

The set is listed as universal and can be used with any compatible 1/48 Hurricane Mk.I (Trop) kit, provided the model matches the standard external marking layout for the variant.

Do the decals include the national insignia needed for each option?

Yes. The sheet includes RAF-style insignia elements (roundels and fin flash components) and option-specific code/serial items as depicted in the instructions.