Print Scale 48-271 Decal Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Part 2 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-271 waterslide decals are made for 1/48 scale builds of the Republic P-47 Thunderbolt (Part 2). The sheet includes aircraft-specific codes, serial numbers, nose art, US national insignia, and a compact set of technical stencils as shown on the placement guide.

The P-47 Thunderbolt was a WWII-era single-seat fighter aircraft widely used by the USAAF. In 8th Air Force service, Thunderbolts commonly carried large fuselage codes and squadron identifiers that are prominent features on an olive drab and neutral gray scheme.

For modelers, this set is suitable for 1/48 P-47 plastic model kits. The large code letters and insignia benefit from a smooth gloss surface, while the smaller stencil items are best applied in stages to keep alignment manageable on curved panels and control surfaces.

• Aircraft: Republic P-47 Thunderbolt
• Variant / Family: P-47C-5-RE and P-47D-1-RE
• Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48)
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any 1/48 scale Republic P-47 Thunderbolt plastic model kit
• Service / Subject country: United States (USAAF)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-271

Included aircraft marking options

• P-47D-1-RE “Boise Bee”, 334th FS, 4th FG, 8th AF (USAAF); code “QP-B”, serial 42-7890; Debden (England), 1944.
• P-47C-5-RE, 334th FS, 4th FG, 8th AF (USAAF); code “QP-J”, serial 41-6576; documented in service notes for mid-1943.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale range and belongs to the Decals and Waterslide Decals categories. It is intended for 1/48 scale aircraft model kits and complements builds across the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

How many aircraft marking options are included in Print Scale 48-271?

This set includes two P-47 Thunderbolt marking options, each with its own code and serial.

Does the set include national insignia and stencils?

Yes. The sheet includes US national insignia and a technical stencil selection referenced by the placement diagrams.

Will these decals fit any 1/48 P-47 kit?

They are designed for 1/48 scale P-47 models. Fit can vary slightly by manufacturer, so test placement of large codes and insignia before final application.

What’s a practical approach for applying the larger code letters?

Apply the main insignia and fuselage codes first on a glossy surface, then add smaller items and stencils after the main markings have fully set.