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U.S. Aircraft Insignia (May 1942-June 1943) 1/72 National Insignia Paint Masks (72117M)

U.S. Aircraft Insignia (May 1942-June 1943) 1/72 National Insignia Paint Masks (72117M)

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Product Details: Everything You Need to Know

This set includes 20 paint masks in 5 sizes to replicate 1/72 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 1/48 & 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 1/72 U.S. Aircraft Insignia Masks in 5 Sizes
    • 35": (4) 12.3 mm
    • 40": (4) 14.1 mm
    • 45": (4) 15.9 mm
    • 50": (4) 17.6 mm
    • 55": (4) 19.4 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 # 72-117MV / 72-117MT

🚩 Need a Different Size, Type, or Scale?

Get the 1/72 U.S. Aircraft "Meatball" Roundels (August 1919-May 1942)

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