Print Scale 72-458 Decal Hurricane Top Pilots in the Mediterranean & Africa. Part 1 Scale 1:72

Print Scale 72-458 waterslide decals are designed for 1/72 scale aircraft models of the Hawker Hurricane Mk I (Trop), focusing on aircraft used in the Mediterranean, North Africa, and nearby operational areas during the early WWII period. This Part 1 sheet provides specific serials, squadron identifiers, and location/date context for multiple Hurricane subjects.

The tropicalized Hurricane Mk I was widely used on forward airfields and island bases where sand filters and local equipment changes were common. On a 1/72 model, the combination of squadron codes, individual aircraft letters, and serial presentation is one of the main visual features, particularly on the fuselage sides and tail.

For modelers, this set is useful when you want documented, aircraft-specific identities rather than generic RAF roundels and codes. It is listed as universal and can be used with compatible 1/72 Hurricane Mk I (Trop) kits. Because the options include multiple code styles and precise letter/serial placement, this set is generally more comfortable for intermediate and advanced builders.

• Aircraft: Hawker Hurricane Mk I (Trop)
• Variant / Family: Hurricane Mk I (tropicalized configuration)
• Scale: 1/72 (also written as 1:72)
• Product type: Waterslide decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: United Kingdom and Commonwealth services (RAF, FAA, SAAF, RAAF subjects included)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 72-458

Included aircraft marking options

• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial L1669, “Colly’s Battleship”, 80 and 274 Squadrons RAF; El Amiriya, Egypt, August 1940. (Aircraft nickname recorded in the source listing.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial P3729, 33 Squadron RAF; Fuka, Egypt, October 1940. (Pilot name recorded in the source listing.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial P2643, code YK, 274 Squadron RAF; Amtiya, Egypt, August–November 1940. (Pilot name recorded in the source listing.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial V7474, code A, 261 Squadron; Malta, November 1940. (Two pilot names recorded in the source listing.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial P3731, code J, 261 Squadron RAF; Luqa, Malta, August 1940–January 1941. (Pilot name recorded in the source listing.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial V7562, code TP-A, 73 Squadron RAF; Sidi Haneish, Egypt, January 1941. (Pilot name recorded in the source listing.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), aircraft “284/J”, 3 Squadron SAAF; Degehabur, Ethiopia, March 1941. (Narrative note about a rescue is recorded in the source listing; the option is presented here as an aircraft/unit/time/place identifier.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial P3967, code OS-B, 3 Squadron RAAF; Benina, Libya, March 1941. (Pilot name recorded in the source listing.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial Z4932, code OL-B, 806 NAS; Maddalena, Libya, December 1941. (Pilot name recorded in the source listing.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial V7419, code NW, 33 Squadron RAF; Larissa, Greece, April 1941. (Pilot name recorded in the source listing.)
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), serial V7419, code NW, 33 Squadron RAF; Larissa, Greece, April 1941. (Duplicate option as listed in the source materials.)

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 builds within the broader aircraft model kits collection.

FAQ

Are all marking options for the Hurricane Mk I (Trop) variant?

Yes. The listed options are for the Hurricane Mk I in tropical configuration, so the best match is a kit that includes or can represent the Trop features used in the relevant period.

Why is one aircraft option listed twice?

The V7419/NW, 33 Squadron RAF option appears twice in the provided source list. It is preserved here to match the stated contents of the set.

Which services are represented in this sheet?

The options include RAF subjects, a Fleet Air Arm (806 NAS) subject, and Commonwealth units including SAAF and RAAF, as listed in the marking options.

What helps with placing RAF-style codes and serials accurately?

A smooth gloss base coat, measured spacing, and applying larger codes before small serial elements can improve alignment and reduce silvering. Optional decal setting solutions may be used according to modeler preference.