1:72 Croatian Rafale - Generic set + masks set

Croatian Rafale - decals and painting masks 1:72

A combined set from Model Maker Decals meant for models of the supersonic Dassault Rafale fighter in 1:72 scale. The package brings together a sheet of waterslide decals (generic markings) with a sheet of painting masks, which let the key elements of the Croatian finish be sprayed on in paint. The set is not a stand-alone model but an accessory for the surface finish and markings of a completed kit.

The real subject

The Dassault Rafale is a French multirole fighter with a delta wing and canard foreplanes. The Croatian Air Force acquired the type as a replacement for older aircraft; among its most distinctive recognition features is the national insignia with its characteristic red and white checkerboard. It is precisely the sharp, accurate rendering of that checkerboard that is the main reason the set combines decals with masks.

Use and tips

• Apply the masks to a perfectly smooth, sanded and varnished surface so that paint cannot creep under the edges.
• The checkerboard and colored elements are best sprayed with an airbrush in layers, from light to dark.
• Apply the decals over gloss varnish; a decal softener will help them settle.
• Once dry, seal the whole model with a clear varnish of the sheen you want.

Who the set is for

• Modelers building contemporary jet fighters in 1:72 scale.
• Anyone interested in authentic Croatian Air Force markings.
• Builders who prefer sprayed insignia to decals for their sharpness and durability.

This is an accessory (decals and masks). The aircraft model itself, paints and glue are not included in the package.