The 1:72 P-39/P-400 Airacobra over New Guinea, Part 1 decals are a decal sheet set from DK Decals for models of the Bell P-39 Airacobra fighter and of the export P-400 version. It is not a kit but an accessory with which you transfer period markings onto a finished model.
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A decal set in 1:72 scale from DK Decals. It is intended for plastic models of the Bell P-39 Airacobra fighter and of its export P-400 version from the period of their use over New Guinea. The set contains no plastic or resin parts — it is an accessory for a model you already have or are yet to obtain. The series came out in several parts and this set is Part 1.
The Bell P-39 Airacobra was an American single-seat fighter with an unusual layout. The Allison V-1710 engine sat behind the cockpit and drove the propeller through a long shaft running under the cockpit floor. The nose was therefore free to carry armament and the aircraft was given a nose landing gear, untypical for its day. The P-400 version came about originally as an export machine under the British designation Airacobra Mk.I; after it was taken over by the US Army Air Forces it differed from the home version mainly in the make-up of the armament in the nose. Because the engine was not given a turbocharger, performance fell away quickly at high altitude. At low and medium levels over the Pacific theater, however, the aircraft did its job, and that is where most of its color schemes come from.
The base has to be a smooth gloss coat — on a matte surface silvering appears under the film. Cut the individual markings out as close as possible, dip them into lukewarm water for a few seconds and let them soak until the film releases itself from the backing. Seat them in place with a soft brush, blot the excess water away and apply a decal softener; on surfaces with engraved panels and rivets reach for a stronger type. Once fully dry, spray over them with a clear coat so that the edge of the film disappears, and only then matte the surface down and weather it.
The decals are supplied on their own. The kit, paints, glue and decal softener are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.
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