Eduard EX954 - 1:48 P-51D national insignia masks

Eduard EX954 mask set – marking masks for the P-51D Mustang model (Eduard) in 1:48 scale

Eduard EX954 is a set of self-adhesive 1:48 masks for painting national insignia, tailored to the P-51D Mustang model from Eduard. The masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper, giving sharp edges without hand masking with tape. The base kit is not included.

What's in the box:

• Sheet of self-adhesive masks made of yellow Kabuki masking paper for painting national insignia
• Mask placement instructions

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Catalogue number: EX954
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Dedicated kit: P-51D Mustang from Eduard
• Accessory type: marking masks
• Material: yellow Kabuki masking paper, machine-cut

Marking masks – an alternative to decals

This set contains masks for reproducing national insignia by painting them instead of applying decals. Painted markings sit directly on the paint layer, so there is no visible carrier film edge and no risk of decal silvering, which can be an issue when applying decals over matt surfaces.

The masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper. The recommended method is to transfer the mask onto the model, press the edges down, apply a thin coat of paint with an airbrush and remove the mask once dry. The surface should be clean, dry and fully cured.

About the aircraft – North American P-51D Mustang:

The P-51D Mustang was the most numerously produced variant of the American fighter, powered by a Packard V-1650 Merlin inline engine. Its main distinguishing feature was the bubble canopy and cut-down rear fuselage, which significantly improved rearward visibility compared with the earlier B/C version. Wing armament was increased to six 12.7 mm machine guns, improving firepower.

Thanks to its long range with underwing fuel tanks, the P-51D was used mainly as a long-range escort fighter accompanying bomber formations over enemy territory. It was also used for fighter-bomber tasks and attacking ground targets. The D version became the emblem of the type and remained in service with many nations long after the war. Thousands of examples of this variant were built.

Original specifications (North American P-51D Mustang):

• Length: 9.83 m
• Wingspan: 11.28 m
• Height: 4.17 m
• Takeoff weight: approx. 5,490 kg
• Crew: 1
• Powerplant: 1 Packard V-1650 Merlin inline engine, approx. 1,490 hp
• Max speed: approx. 700 km/h
• Ceiling: approx. 12,700 m
• Range: approx. 2,400 km (with drop tanks)
• Armament: 6 x 12.7 mm machine guns, bombs or rockets on hardpoints
• Production: 1944-1945, thousands built

About the manufacturer – Eduard:

Eduard is a Czech manufacturer of scale model kits and modelling accessories, established in 1989 and based in Obrnice. The company is widely recognised among aircraft modellers for its own 1:48 and 1:72 kits and for an extensive range of upgrade accessories: photo-etched parts, Brassin resin components, decals and painting masks. Eduard masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper and designed for specific plastic kits, ensuring an accurate fit to the shape of the canopy and other details. The EX mask series covers hundreds of items dedicated both to Eduard kits and to kits from other manufacturers.