Print Scale 48-275 Decal Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter decals Part 1 Scale 1:48 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 48-275 waterslide decals are designed for 1/48 scale aircraft models of the Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter in French service (Part 1). The set provides five documented marking options for early-war and late-war Strutter variants, including French roundels, tricolor identifiers, and unit-style insignia elements shown in the placement guide.

The Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter was used in multiple roles during World War I, and French-built aircraft appeared with several distinct marking styles depending on unit, period, and operating location. This sheet focuses on identifiable squadron contexts and visual features rather than extended historical narrative.

For modelers, the large roundels and prominent unit motifs create a clear WWI look, while the smaller details support a more complete finish on a fabric-and-wood airframe. The set is intended for 1/48 scale builds (also written as 1:48) and can be applied to any compatible 1/48 Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter plastic model kit. Due to biplane surface preparation and precise alignment of multi-part markings, this release is best suited to intermediate and advanced projects.

• Aircraft: Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter
• Variant / Family: French-built Strutter types (1.A2 / A2 / B.1)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any compatible 1/48 Sopwith 1 1/2 Strutter plastic model kit
• Service / Subject country: France (French Air Service)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-275

Included aircraft marking options

• Sopwith 1.A2 (French-built), Escadrille Sop 24, Toul (France), early March 1918. Linen-toned finish noted with colored accents; the source notes some aircraft in the unit carried an additional Lewis gun above the upper wing.
• Sopwith A2, aircraft number not recorded, Escadrille Sop 36. Period noted: Nov 1917 to Apr 1918; the unit is described as operating in Italy during this timeframe and assigned to DAL.
• Sopwith B.1, aircraft number not recorded, Escadrille Sop 66 (Groupe de Bombardement 1). The unit insignia is described as being based on the Egyptian goddess Nekhbet; the period is presented as 1917 service with later re-equipment noted in the source.
• Sopwith A2, aircraft number not recorded, Escadrille 504.
• Sopwith A2, No. 2510, Escadrille Sop 222. The aircraft is noted as fitted with a Lewis gun on the upper wing; the unit is described as assigned to the 10e Armée, with re-equipment in May 1918 noted in the source.

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 within the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

How many marking options are included in this set?

Five aircraft marking options are included, each tied to a specific French escadrille context as shown on the placement guide.

Which Strutter variants can this sheet represent?

The options are presented for French-built Strutter variants listed as 1.A2 / A2 / B.1. For best fit, compare the kit’s tail and fuselage details with the placement guide before application.

Does this set include roundels and large national identifiers?

Yes. The sheet includes French roundels and larger identifier elements used across the listed options.

Is this decal set suitable for beginner modelers?

It is better suited to intermediate and advanced builds because biplane models require careful surface preparation, and several markings are multi-part or alignment-sensitive.