Eduard EX1124 P-40E US national insignia w/ red center EDUARD 1/48 is a dedicated set of high-quality masking stencils specially designed for the Curtiss P-40E Warhawk fighter model in the popular 1/48 scale. This product enables precise replication of USAAF American national aircraft insignia with the characteristic red center, giving your model a unique, historically accurate 1942 appearance.

The Curtiss P-40E Warhawk was a fighter plane used by the United States during World War II, widely deployed both on the European front and in the Pacific theater. The variant with a red center in the national star was used for only a short period—after the USA entered the war in 1942, before the red dot was removed out of concern for confusion with enemy markings. This unique type of insignia highlights the historical authenticity of the P-40E replica, especially in the context of operations over the Aleutians, in China, or North Africa.

• Scale: 1/48 – fits perfectly with Eduard kits as well as most P-40E models on the market
• User country: United States (USAAF, 1942)
• Historical period: World War II, 1942 season
• Material: specialized kabuki tape – precise, thin, adheres well and leaves no residue after removal
• Additions: complete set of masks for all national insignia with red center for the entire aircraft, instruction sheet
• Category: model accessories, paint masks
• Replaces decals – long-lasting effect, ideal for painting surfaces with rivets or textures
• Manufacturer: Eduard – guarantee of top quality and precise fit
• Difficulty level: 2/5 – easy to apply, ideal for both intermediate and advanced modelers, requires minimal experience with layered painting

The Eduard EX1124 set is especially recommended for World War II aviation enthusiasts, collectors, and all modelers eager to give their P-40E an uncommon level of authenticity. Using paint masks provides sharper edges and a more natural effect than traditional decals, especially on complex surfaces. It is an excellent choice for dioramas, model contests, and expanding collections of historic American aircraft from 1942.