Techmod 48019 - Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat (1/48) – Decals for Aircraft Model

Techmod 48019 is a high-quality decal set dedicated to the Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat model in 1:48 scale. The product was created by the renowned Polish manufacturer Techmod, known for its attention to the smallest historical details and the perfect print quality of technical graphics. The decals are intended for modelers wishing to accurately reproduce the authentic colors and markings of American carrier-based fighters from World War II.

• Scale: 1/48
• Product category: Model decals for plastic scale models
• Material: Ultra-thin, high-grade transfer paper, offset print
• Historical theme: Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat – American carrier-based fighter aircraft
• Period of use: World War II (years 1943–1945)
• Country of use: United States of America
• Contents: 4 marking variants for selected famous aircraft and US Navy carrier pilots:
  • “Minsi III” Bu.No.70143, Cdr. David McCampbell, CVG-15, USS Essex, 24 October 1944 – one of the most important aircraft of the greatest US Navy ace.
  • F6F-5, white 9, Lt. Charles Stimpson, VF-11, USS Hornet, November 1944.
  • F6F-5, “71”, Lt. Leo B. McCuddin, VF-20, USS Enterprise, October 1944.
  • F6F-5, white 25, Bruce Williams, VF-19, USS Lexington, October 1944.

Techmod decals are famous for their precise color reproduction, sharpness of inscriptions, and perfect fit to aircraft models from leading brands in the modeling market. The set includes a placement guide for each marking and historical profiles to help you correctly apply the symbols to the Hellcat’s fuselage and wings.

This product is recommended for advanced and intermediate modelers who value authenticity and high decal quality. It is perfect as an addition to models from brands such as Eduard, Hasegawa, or Hobby Boss. Difficulty level is rated as 2 on a 5-point scale—the decals require some basic skill during application but pose no challenge for experienced modelers.

By choosing the Techmod 48019 set, you are guaranteed not only accurate reproduction of the aircraft but, above all, its unique markings from the greatest battles of the Pacific. It is the perfect choice if you care about historical accuracy and a professional finish for your 1/48 scale Grumman F6F-5 Hellcat model.