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U.S. Aircraft Insignia (May 1942-June 1943) 1/48 National Insignia Paint Masks (48071M)

U.S. Aircraft Insignia (May 1942-June 1943) 1/48 National Insignia Paint Masks (48071M)

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This set includes 20 paint masks in 5 sizes to replicate 1/48 U.S. aircraft fuselage and wing roundels typically used on WWII U.S. aircraft (May 1942-June 1943). Use them to create weatherable, painted-on insignia for a realistic finish!

🚩 Get this set in 1/72 & 1/32

ℹ️ Aircraft & Era Guide

This brief, historic transitional roundel was rushed into service after Pearl Harbor to prevent confusion with enemy markings. It is an iconic detail found on frontline Allied aircraft during pivotal early-war turning points like the Battle of Midway, the Guadalcanal Campaign, and early European bombing raids.

Perfect for scale modeling, historical restoration, and accurate replication of legendary WWII warbirds, including:
  • Navy & Marine Legends: F4F Wildcat, SBD Dauntless, TBF Avenger, and early "birdcage" F4U Corsairs.
  • Army Air Forces Fighters: P-40 Warhawk, P-38 Lightning, and early "Razorback" P-47 Thunderbolts.
  • Heavy & Medium Bombers: Early-production B-17 Flying Fortresses, B-24 Liberators, and B-25 Mitchells.

➡️ Specification No. 24102-K

👉 Included in this Set:

  • 20 1/48 U.S. Aircraft Insignia Masks in 5 Sizes
    • 35": (4) 18.5 mm
    • 40": (4) 21.2 mm
    • 45": (4) 23.8 mm
    • 50": (4) 26.5 mm
    • 55": (4) 29.1 mm
  • Transfer Tape

👉 Application Tips and Additional Information

➡️ Check out our Paint Mask Tutorials page for a step-by-step guide on how to use and apply our masks. 

➡️ Transfer tape is included with your set. Transfer tape helps accurately transfer and position masks or decals onto the model's surface, maintaining alignment and design integrity while protecting the mask adhesive. Look for two 3"x6" pieces of transfer tape included with your masks. Learn How to Apply Main Markings Using Transfer Tape

👉 Choose Your Material

This paint mask set is available in your choice of easy-to-apply Oramask 810 flexible vinyl or genuine Tamiya tape.

What's better - vinyl or Tamiya tape? Both work great! Choose vinyl if you plan to use your masks right away and Tamiya tape if you're tackling your project later on. Check out our FAQ for more info!

Item # 48-071MV / 48-071MT

🚩 Need a Different Size, Type, or Scale?

Get the 1/48 U.S. Aircraft "Meatball" Roundels (August 1919-May 1942)

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M. Flood
Turned out great

I used 72 scale and a 48 scale insignia masks on my 72 scale b-17. Its so nice to have the control of how much pigment you want to apply to this instead of having a gleaming clean decal. So worth it!!!

Thanks Marty - this is awesome to feedback! Very clever to mix scales for the perfect look… that control over the finish is exactly what it’s all about!

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Scott Lyle
1/48 US Naval Aircraft Insignia 1942-43

This set is excellent! Using the tamiya tape version, I got really sharp lines and actually enjoyed the process more than decaling. With decals, you have a limited amount of time to get the position right. With these masks, you can relax and position them just right before painting. I am a fan!

Thank you, Scott - this is so great to hear. That relaxed positioning time is everything. 🙌 Sharp lines and a stress-free process is exactly what we’re aiming for. So glad you’re a fan - thanks for taking the time to share this!

H
Hammerhead Model Making
excellent as always

excellent as always

Thanks so much, Brett! Always appreciate the continued support — it really means a lot to us.

  • 5 stars: 3 (100%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
M
M. Flood
Turned out great

I used 72 scale and a 48 scale insignia masks on my 72 scale b-17. Its so nice to have the control of how much pigment you want to apply to this instead of having a gleaming clean decal. So worth it!!!

Thanks Marty - this is awesome to feedback! Very clever to mix scales for the perfect look… that control over the finish is exactly what it’s all about!

S
Scott Lyle
1/48 US Naval Aircraft Insignia 1942-43

This set is excellent! Using the tamiya tape version, I got really sharp lines and actually enjoyed the process more than decaling. With decals, you have a limited amount of time to get the position right. With these masks, you can relax and position them just right before painting. I am a fan!

Thank you, Scott - this is so great to hear. That relaxed positioning time is everything. 🙌 Sharp lines and a stress-free process is exactly what we’re aiming for. So glad you’re a fan - thanks for taking the time to share this!

H
Hammerhead Model Making
excellent as always

excellent as always

Thanks so much, Brett! Always appreciate the continued support — it really means a lot to us.

  • 5 stars: 3 (100%)
  • 4 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
M
M. Flood
Turned out great

I used 72 scale and a 48 scale insignia masks on my 72 scale b-17. Its so nice to have the control of how much pigment you want to apply to this instead of having a gleaming clean decal. So worth it!!!

Thanks Marty - this is awesome to feedback! Very clever to mix scales for the perfect look… that control over the finish is exactly what it’s all about!

S
Scott Lyle
1/48 US Naval Aircraft Insignia 1942-43

This set is excellent! Using the tamiya tape version, I got really sharp lines and actually enjoyed the process more than decaling. With decals, you have a limited amount of time to get the position right. With these masks, you can relax and position them just right before painting. I am a fan!

Thank you, Scott - this is so great to hear. That relaxed positioning time is everything. 🙌 Sharp lines and a stress-free process is exactly what we’re aiming for. So glad you’re a fan - thanks for taking the time to share this!

H
Hammerhead Model Making
excellent as always

excellent as always

Thanks so much, Brett! Always appreciate the continued support — it really means a lot to us.