Ray Horwell at Fantasy Printshop has released a comprehensive set of Euro Decals that will (as far as I can tell) allow you to depict any of the RAF's Typhoons. The comprehensive set of waterslide decals is spread across two sheets, and there's a small additional sheet with a NATO badges printed using Ray's unique NCF (no carrier film) process.
As you'll expect from Fantasy Printshop, the printing is top class, with precise registration on the conventional decals that have a gloss finish and minimal carrier film except where it's used to group elements.
The following aircraft are shown in the instructions:
1. 1(F) Sqn., RAF Lossiemouth
2. 11(AC) Sqn., RAF Lossiemouth - 2 options
3. 3(F) Sqn., RAF Coningsby
4. 6(F) Sqn., RAF Lossiemouth - 2 options + NATO Air Policing badge
5. IX(F) Sqn., RAF Lossiemouth - 3 options
6. XI(F) Sqn., RAF Coningsby
7. 12(B) Sqn., RAF Coningsby - 2 options
8. 17(R) Sqn., RAF Coningsby - 2 options
9. 29(R) Sqn., RAF Coningsby - 2 options
10. 41(R) Sqn., RAF Coningsby - 2 options
11. 1435 Flight, RAF Mount Pleasant - 3 options
All the aircraft are finished overall Barley Grey with low-visibility nation insignia except for one of the IX(F) Sqn. options which features a striking black "Aggressor" scheme and full-strength roundels and fin stripes.
But the schemes shown in the instructions are just the beginning, because the decals include:
13 sets of national insignia
2 sets of squadron badges
Serial numbers and squadron codes for any individual aircraft
This means that (again, as far as I can tell) you can depict any RAF Typhoon you want if you have the necessary references.
The instructions are printed in colour on A4 paper and include addition notes on the schemes where needed.
Conclusion
I'm not sure many modellers will have to the space to display a baker's dozen of 1:48 Eurofighters, but a line-up of Typhoons in the markings of all the units that have operated the aircraft would look amazing. Having so many options makes this an excellent set for a club or group build. It works out at great value for money too if you can fully make use of the set, working out at just over £2 per colour scheme.
Set #ED-48144 is available now from Fantasy Printshop - Price: £28.95
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