Print Scale 72-292 Decal Tupolev SB-2 "Katushka" Part 1 Scale 1:72 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 72-292 Waterslide Decals are designed for 1:72 scale aircraft models representing the Tupolev SB-2 “Katyushka” twin-engine bomber operated during the Spanish Civil War. This decal set provides researched markings suitable for plastic model kits depicting early combat and evaluation use of the SB aircraft in Spain.

The Tupolev SB-2 was a high-speed bomber for its time and saw extensive operational use during the Spanish Civil War between 1936 and 1939. Aircraft of this type were operated by Republican forces and later appeared in captured or repainted configurations under Nationalist control. These varied applications resulted in a wide range of camouflage schemes and markings, making the SB-2 a distinctive subject for pre-WWII aviation modeling.

This decal set is intended for modelers focusing on Spanish Civil War aircraft and early bomber development. The decals are printed on thin carrier film to support precise application on the SB’s large fuselage surfaces and multi-engine airframe. The set is compatible with any 1:72 scale Tupolev SB plastic model kit and is recommended for advanced modelers due to the size of the aircraft and the complexity of the marking options.

• Aircraft: Tupolev SB-2 “Katyushka”
• Variant / Family: SB-2 / SB 2M-100 series
• Scale: 1:72
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: Spain / USSR (operational and captured aircraft)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 72-292

Included aircraft marking options

• Tupolev SB, White 1, mottled camouflage, Sisante, September 1937.
• Tupolev SB, White 2, mottled camouflage, captured aircraft.
• Tupolev SB 2M-100, Yellow 5, mottled camouflage, Grupo 12, Spain.
• Tupolev SB, aircraft in Nationalist markings following capture.
• Tupolev SB 20W-1, black code on splinter camouflage, Logroño, 1940.
• Tupolev SB, White 33, mottled camouflage, 3rd Squadron, July 1938.
• Tupolev SB, White 16, mottled camouflage, operational aircraft.
• Tupolev SB, White 1 on green camouflage, 2nd Squadron, 1937.
• Tupolev SB, unnumbered aircraft with tiger-striped camouflage.
• Tupolev SB, unnumbered captured aircraft displayed in Logroño during the war.
• SB 2M-100A, Grupo 24, Serial 33 (BK-58), Barajas, Spain, April 1939.

This decal set is part of the Print Scale product range and belongs to the Decals and Waterslide Decals categories. It is intended for use with 1:72 scale aircraft model kits and complements historical aviation projects within the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Which aircraft is this decal set intended for?

This waterslide decal set is designed for the Tupolev SB-2 “Katyushka” bomber in 1:72 scale.

What historical period do the markings represent?

The markings correspond to aircraft operated during the Spanish Civil War between 1936 and 1939, including operational and captured examples.

Are these decals compatible with all 1:72 Tupolev SB kits?

Yes. The set is marked as universal and can be applied to any 1:72 scale plastic model kit representing the Tupolev SB.

Does this set include multiple camouflage schemes?

Yes. The decal sheet includes multiple marking options featuring different camouflage patterns and unit identifiers used during the conflict.

Is this decal set suitable for beginner modelers?

This set is recommended for advanced modelers due to the aircraft’s size and the complexity of multi-surface markings.