Print Scale 72-322 Decal Curtiss P-40 C/CU Part 1 Scale 1:72 for Aircraft Plastic model kit

Print Scale 72-322 Waterslide Decals are intended for 1:72 scale aircraft models of the Curtiss P-40 C / P-40-CU fighter aircraft operated by United States Army aviation units during the early years of World War II. This release is identified as Part 1 and focuses on early-production P-40 variants used before and shortly after the United States entered the conflict.

The Curtiss P-40 C and P-40-CU represent early development stages of the P-40 family, featuring distinct airframe details and period-specific national insignia. Aircraft of these variants were operated by USAAC and early USAAF units in mainland United States, overseas deployments, and transitional training and defense roles between 1940 and 1942.

For modelers, this decal set supports accurate representation of early P-40 service aircraft in 1:72 scale and is not limited to a specific kit manufacturer. Labeled as universal, it can be applied to most compatible plastic model kits depicting P-40 C or P-40-CU airframes. Due to the number of marking options and the fine placement of early-war insignia and stencils, this set is generally recommended for experienced builders.

• Aircraft: Curtiss P-40 Warhawk
• Variant / Family: P-40C and P-40-CU
• Scale: 1:72
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: United States (USAAC / early USAAF)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 72-322

Included aircraft marking options

• P-40-CU, 33rd Pursuit Squadron, 8th Pursuit Group, USAAC, 1941.
• P-40C, 44th Pursuit Squadron, 44th Fighter Group, USAAC, Bellows Field, Hawaii, December 1941.
• P-40C, 33rd Fighter Squadron, 8th Fighter Group, USAAC, Iceland, August 1941.
• P-40-CU, 79th Pursuit Squadron, 20th Fighter Group, Hamilton Field, California, circa 1941.
• P-40-CU, 55th Pursuit Squadron, 20th Pursuit Group, USAAC, late 1940 to early 1941.
• P-40-CU, 35th Pursuit Squadron, 8th Pursuit Group, USAAC, late 1941.
• P-40-CU, 65th Pursuit Squadron, 57th Pursuit Group, USAAF, Mitchell Field, New York, early 1942.
• P-40-CU, 35th Pursuit Squadron, 8th Pursuit Group, USAAC.
• P-40-CU, American Volunteer Group (ex-54th Pursuit Group, USAAC), summer 1942.

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 1:72 scale aircraft model kits and complements early World War II aviation projects within the aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Which P-40 variants are covered by this decal set?

This set focuses on early Curtiss P-40 variants, specifically the P-40C and P-40-CU airframes.

What does “Part 1” indicate?

“Part 1” identifies this release as the first portion of a broader P-40 marking series, covering selected early-service aircraft.

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

The decals are marked as universal and can be used with most 1:72 scale P-40 kits that represent compatible early variants. Minor adjustments may be required depending on kit tooling.

What time period do the markings represent?

The markings correspond to early World War II service, primarily between 1940 and 1942.

Is this decal set suitable for beginner modelers?

Due to multiple marking options and precise placement requirements, this set is generally more suitable for experienced modelers.