Print Scale 72-175 Decal Curtiss P-40N Scale 1:72 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 72-175 Waterslide Decals are intended for 1:72 scale aircraft plastic model kits of the Curtiss P-40N Warhawk, one of the principal fighter aircraft operated by Allied air forces during World War II (1939–1945). This decal sheet provides a range of historically documented aircraft markings from multiple theatres of the war, including the Pacific, China-Burma-India, and Mediterranean regions.

The Curtiss P-40N was a late-production variant of the P-40 series, featuring structural improvements, lighter weight, and enhanced performance. Operated primarily by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF), it served with distinction in fighter squadron operations across diverse combat zones. The P-40N carried individual camouflage patterns, squadron codes, personal markings, and theatre-specific identifiers, all of which are covered by this decal set.

This waterslide decal sheet includes multiple airframes with documented unit affiliations, pilot names, mission tallies, and notable career highlights. It is designed for universal compatibility with 1:72 scale P-40 kits and is recommended for advanced modelers due to the complexity and quantity of included decals.

• Aircraft: Curtiss P-40N Warhawk
• Scale: 1:72
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Category: Aircraft decals
• Recommended kit: Any / Universal
• Service operator: United States Army Air Forces, Royal Air Force
• Historical period: World War II (1939–1945)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• Skill level: Advanced
• SKU: Print Scale 72-175

Included marking options

• P-40N, 7th Fighter Squadron (49th Fighter Group), Gusap, New Guinea, 1943. Leading edges and tail painted white. operated by Major Arland Stanton with seven confirmed claims.
• P-40N, Serial 42-23736, from a non-identified US training unit, USA, 1943.
• P-40N, 18th Fighter Squadron (51st Fighter Group), China, summer 1944. operated by 1st Lt. Carl E. Harby.
• P-40N, 8th Fighter Squadron (49th Fighter Group), Mailian, New Guinea, end of 1943. operated by Capt. Robert H. Wright with theatre identification markings.
• P-40N, 8th Fighter Squadron (49th Fighter Group), Gusap, June 1944. operated by Lt. Marion Felts, noted for retaining yellow “45” on green background and a white tail with American roundel.
• P-40N, 7th Fighter Squadron (3rd Fighter Group), Laohow, China, January 1945. operated by Wang Kuang Fu, a veteran pilot of the American Volunteer Group (AVG) with six claims.
• P-40N, Serial P-11249, 8th Fighter Squadron (3rd Fighter Group), Liangshan, China, 1944. operated by Raymond L. Callaway with confirmed claims, probables, and damaged aircraft.
• P-40N, 89th Fighter Squadron (80th Fighter Group), Assam, India, 1944.
• P-40N, 8th Fighter Squadron (49th Fighter Group), Guadalcanal, 1943. operated by Ernie Harris with ten claims on the P-40 type.
• P-40N, 7th Fighter Squadron (49th Fighter Group), New Guinea, 1943.
• Curtiss P-40N Kittyhawk Mk IV, No. 122 Squadron RAF. operated by Flight Sergeant G. F. Davis “Cutella”, Italy, April 1944.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale range and belongs to the Waterslide Decals category. It is suitable for use with 1:72 scale aircraft model kits and complements World War II aviation subjects within the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Which aircraft does this decal set represent?

This decal set represents the Curtiss P-40N Warhawk, a late-production variant of the P-40 fighter used extensively by the United States Army Air Forces and other Allied units during World War II.

Are these decals compatible with all 1:72 P-40 kits?

Yes. The decals are designed as universal and can be used with most 1:72 scale Curtiss P-40 plastic model kits. Minor placement adjustments may be required depending on kit details.

What historical period do the markings represent?

The included markings span the World War II period, with operations in New Guinea, China, India, and the Mediterranean theatre from 1943 to 1945.

Are unit and pilot-specific codes included?

Yes. This set includes squadron identifiers, aircraft serial numbers, theatre markings, and personalized details linked to documented P-40N airframes.

Is this decal set suitable for beginner modelers?

Due to the number of individual markings and detail level, this decal set is recommended for experienced modelers.