Skymodels decals 1/72 Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, SKY72050

P-47 was the heaviest single-seat fighter of WW2 and a popular modelling subject. There have been numerous decal sheets, but none of them offer as many options as this one.

Skymodels decals 1/72 Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, SKY72050
Skymodels decals 1/72 Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, SKY72050

Skymodels’ sheet for the mighty Jug offers 30 (!) different options from C to the N models, from all war theaters.

Skymodels decals 1/72 Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, SKY72050
Skymodels decals 1/72 Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, SKY72050

The various options comprise radio codes, nose art, serial numbers, victory markings, etc. In addition there are THREE types of national insignia, the full stenciling AND an instrument panel decal available.

Skymodels decals 1/72 Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, SKY72050
Stencils, prop stickers, instrument panel decal

 

There is a marking and painting guide for each option in the accompanying booklet.

Skymodels decals 1/72 Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, SKY72050
Skymodels 72050: instruction booklet sample

At the back of the instructions there is also a paint reference chart for FS (Federal Standard) and several popular paint brands.

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Color reference chart in instructions back cover

To give you a bit more understanding of the value of Skymodels sheets – they are being printed by Cartograf, which means excellent color saturation and in-register printing. Here are a few samples: