Print Scale 72-472 Decal 1:72 Hurricane Top Pilots in the Mediterranean & Africa. Part 2

Print Scale 72-472 waterslide decals are designed for 1/72 scale aircraft plastic model kits of the Hawker Hurricane, focusing on aircraft used in the Mediterranean and African theaters during 1941–1942. This Part 2 sheet includes multiple Hurricane and Sea Hurricane options with individual serials/codes, unit references, and locations suitable for WWII-era RAF and Fleet Air Arm subjects.

The Hurricane served in a wide range of roles beyond the early-war European context, including tropicalized land-based fighters and carrier-capable Sea Hurricane variants. For 1/72 scale builds, correct squadron codes, serials, and named aircraft markings are essential for capturing the look of these region-specific schemes and operational environments.

For modelers, the set is listed as universal and can be used with any compatible 1/72 Hawker Hurricane kit. Since the options span Mk I (including Trop), Mk IIB, Mk IIa, and Sea Hurricane Mk Ib, it is important to match the selected option to your kit’s variant features (filters, armament fit, and naval equipment where applicable). With multiple code styles and small identifiers, this set is generally best suited to experienced builders.

• Aircraft: Hawker Hurricane / Sea Hurricane
• Variant / Family: Hurricane Mk I (Trop), Hurricane Mk I, Hurricane Mk IIB, Hurricane Mk IIa, Sea Hurricane Mk Ib
• 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 (RAF; Fleet Air Arm)
• Manufacturer: Print Scale
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Paper
• SKU: Print Scale 72-472

Included aircraft marking options

• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), W9298/X, No. 33 Squadron RAF; Maleme (Crete), May 1941; pilot name recorded in the source list.
• Hurricane Mk I, W9349/F “Pride of Ceylon”, No. 213 Squadron RAF; Famagusta (Cyprus), October 1941; pilot name recorded in the source list.
• Hurricane Mk I, Z4223/V, No. 213 Squadron RAF; Nicosia (Cyprus), October 1941; pilot name recorded in the source list.
• Hurricane Mk I, V7599/YK-Q, No. 80 Squadron RAF; Eleusis (Greece), March 1941; “possibly operated by” note retained from the source list.
• Hurricane Mk IIB, BD897/WG-P, No. 128 Squadron RAF; Hastings (Sierra Leone), December 1941; pilot name recorded in the source list.
• Sea Hurricane Mk Ib, Z4550/6G, 800 Naval Air Squadron; HMS Indomitable, August 1942; pilot name recorded in the source list.
• Hurricane Mk IIa, BV163/HA-F, No. 126 and No. 185 Squadrons RAF; Ta’ Qali (Malta), March 1942; pilot name recorded in the source list.
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), V7544/TP-S, No. 73 Squadron RAF; Gazala (Libya), February 1941; pilot name recorded in the source list.
• Hurricane Mk I (Trop), V7780, “Alma Baker Malaya”, No. 33 Squadron RAF; Gambut (Libya), February 1942; pilot name recorded in the source list.
• Hurricane Mk I Trop, P2638, No. 274 Squadron RAF; Gerawala, April–May 1941; artwork credit note retained from the source list.

Where personal names or credits appear in the source list, they are included only as identifiers connected to a specific marking option and not as interpretive historical narrative.

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 Aircraft Model Kits, including 1/72 scale aircraft kits.

FAQ

How many marking options are included in Print Scale 72-472?

This set lists ten marking options spanning land-based Hurricanes and one Sea Hurricane subject.

Which Hurricane variants are covered on this sheet?

The included options reference Hurricane Mk I (including Trop), Mk IIB, Mk IIa, and Sea Hurricane Mk Ib. Match the selected option to your kit’s variant details before application.

Are the markings only for the Mediterranean area?

The options focus on the Mediterranean and Africa context and include locations such as Crete, Cyprus, Greece, Libya, Malta, and Sierra Leone, plus a Fleet Air Arm option tied to HMS Indomitable.

Do any options include named aircraft markings?

Yes. The list includes “Pride of Ceylon” and “Alma Baker Malaya” as recorded identifiers for specific aircraft options.