Print Scale 48-288 Decal 1:48 Supermarin Spitfire Mk.XIV Low Backs Part 1 The complete set 1.5 leaf

Print Scale 48-288 waterslide decals are designed for 1/48 scale aircraft models of the Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XIV “low-back” variants (Part 1). This set focuses on late-war and immediate post-war RAF/RCAF aircraft operated in Western Europe, providing five documented marking options with matching serials, squadron codes, and national insignia.

The Spitfire Mk.XIV introduced the Griffon engine to frontline Spitfire service and appeared in several late-production configurations, including low-back airframes. The options in this sheet reflect aircraft used from spring 1945 through mid-1945, with airfield and unit context presented in a catalog-style format.

For modelers, the set combines large, easy-to-read code letters and serials with smaller stencil and servicing details shown on the placement guide. It is intended for 1/48 scale builds (also written as 1:48) and can be used with any compatible 1/48 Spitfire Mk.XIV low-back plastic model kit. Careful alignment is recommended for multi-part code letters and the fine stencil items.

• Aircraft: Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XIV
• Variant / Family: Mk.XIVe and FR Mk.XIVe (low-back)
• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for any compatible 1/48 Supermarine Spitfire Mk.XIV low-back plastic model kit
• Service / Subject country: RAF / RCAF (United Kingdom, Canada)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 48-288

Included aircraft marking options

• Spitfire Mk.XIVe, NH745, code EB-V, No. 41 Squadron, B.78 Eindhoven (Netherlands), March 1945; name listed in source: Sqn Ldr D. I. Benham.
• Spitfire Mk.XIVe, MV263, code GCK, No. 125 Wing, B.106 Twente (Netherlands), April 1945; name listed in source: Wg Cdr G. C. Keefer.
• Spitfire Mk.XIVe, MV256, code AE-K, No. 402 Squadron (RCAF), B.108 Rheine (Germany), April 1945; name listed in source: Sqn Ldr D. C. Gordon.
• Spitfire FR Mk.XIVe, NH648, code P, No. 414 Squadron (RCAF), B.156 Lüneburg (Germany), April 1945; name listed in source: Sqn Ldr J. B. Prendergast.
• Spitfire FR Mk.XIVe, TZ136, code XC-P, No. 26 Squadron, Chilbolton (United Kingdom), June–July 1945; name listed in source: Sqn Ldr J. F. Roberts.

The sheets also include RAF-style roundels, fin flashes, code-letter sets, and a coordinated group of technical stencils referenced by the placement diagram.

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 in the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

How many Spitfire options are included in Print Scale 48-288?

Five marking options are included, covering Mk.XIVe and FR Mk.XIVe low-back aircraft with unit and airfield context.

Are roundels and fin flashes included, or only codes and serials?

The set includes national insignia items (roundels and fin flashes) along with code letters, serials, and aircraft-specific identifiers.

Does this sheet include technical stencils?

Yes. A stencil set is provided, and the placement guide indicates where many of the stencil items are applied on the airframe.

Will these decals fit any 1/48 Spitfire Mk.XIV kit?

They are intended for any compatible 1/48 Mk.XIV low-back kit. Because kit surface details can vary, test-fit the larger code letters and serials before final setting.