Model Alliance Group

1/48 Sea Harrier FA2 899 NAS 25 Years Anniversary Special decal sheet

Product # MA-489008 (also available in 1/72 MA-729008) 

Product Article by Steve Bamford Feb 18 2005

 

 

 

This new 1/72 decal sheet (also available in 1/48) from Model Alliance Group from their Premier Plus Range Decals focuses on a special Sea Harrier FA2 in 25 anniversary markings for 899 NAS.  There are decals for one special Sea Harrier.  

The decals themselves are beautiful quality and very clearly printed on the 1/48 sample I have before me (the scan above does not show the the sharpness of these decals).  Colours look solid and will cover very well, but the decals also don't appear overly thick and complicated decals are printed in multiple layers to ensure perfect registration.  Clear film is minimal and tapers down nicely to the edge of the decal.

The paint scheme is Roundel Blue on top and white on the underside with the usual natural metal shades around the engine exhausts and tail.  The nose cone is grey. 

The focal point of the markings is the tail artwork which is a white fist with wings and the yellow text "25 Years" and the white text "ROYAL NAVY".  The more complicated decals...such as the roundels are multi-part decals to ensure perfect registration.  

The instruction sheets include helpful text describing how to paint the cockpit and with what colours.  All necessary information about painting is included as well as FS Federal Standard numbers, Humbrol, Lifecolour, Gunze and Xtracolour.  

 
 

The production run is limited, so don't delay if this sheet interests you. 

You can order these decals direct from sales@theaviationworkshop.co.uk   Contact them for prices and ordering information.

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These decals are very well done, and it's good to see this Sea Harrier in decal form.  Special thanks to Model Alliance for sending me this review sample.  You can purchase these decals direct from Model Alliance.

Steve

Photos and text © by Steve Bamford