C46, n67981, flying tiger line, 1950s the blue used on the decals is good for the chinese af roundels and flying tiger stripes, but is too light for either us wwii option. Covered on this sheet are the c46 commandos that were operated by transair sweden. Platz c46d jasdf curtiss commando airplane model building. The decals for the national insignia and prop stencilling are from bombshell. It was used as a military transport during world war ii by the united states army air forces and also the u. Automatic rifle out his cockpit window and emptied the entire magazine at an. Click profile above to view decal image, decal specifications, scale and ordering options. The c46 served in a similar role to its douglasbuilt counterpart, the c47 skytrain. Each wheel is individually cast along with an outside hub cover, and a tail wheel, on casting blocks. The c46 could carry over two and a half times the load of the better known c47.
The curtiss c 46 commando is a transport aircraft originally derived from a commercial highaltitude airliner design. At the start of world war ii, the c 46 was rushed into volume production and as a result, encountered a number of teething problems but the c 46 performed its job well. The c46 commando was the biggest twinengine airplane in the world when it first. We also offer a wide selection of veteran stickers for world war ii, the korean war, the vietnam war, desert storm, operation iraqi freedom, operation. I replaced all the cabin windows with spares box clear parts which i then spent hours polishing to bring to a good finish. Army, navy, air force, marine corps, and coast guard decals, bumper stickers, and window strips. Curtiss c46 celebrates its 70th anniversary michael prophet. The kit earlier is 2016, ssnmodellbau of germany released a kit of the c 46 commando comprised of resin and photoetch parts to build one aircraft. Window masks gallery faqs contact links shopping cart faq braniff international c 46.
Air canada painted their firstdelivered 767233 c gaub into the star alliance scheme. Guillows curtiss p40 warhawk balsa wood model airplane. At the start of world war ii, the c46 was rushed into volume production and as a result, encountered a number of teething problems but the c46 performed its job well. One of their first rescue missions was the recovery of twenty people who had bailed out of a stricken c46. The curtiss c46 commando is a transport aircraft originally derived from a commercial highaltitude airliner design. Multiple military marking options for curtiss c46 transport. John eaton shared his finished work on the c46 commando. Another sheet has the markings for the ch46e, another has the flames for the gunbearers bird and. Special texture techniques have been employed to enhance the nostalgic theme of this aircraft, bringing to life the metalskinning and riveted assemblies of this iconic airframe.
Support our troops with a military truck window graphic. After demasking the clear parts i drilled holes in the side windows, which was a nerve wracking experience. This decal sheet provides seven marking options for 172 f5a kits, including a usaf skoshi tiger example from the vietnam war, complete with m ission markings. The curtiss c46 commando is a twinengine transport aircraft derived from the curtiss cw20 pressurised highaltitude airliner design. F104 starfighters markings for civilian f104 starfighters operated by. Once applied the decals were then sealed with another coat of future prior to the application of some weathering. Aug 27, 2015 john eaton shared his finished work on the c46 commando. The 4 windows on each side of the fuselage are represented by decals. Williamsbrothers c46 commando plastic model airplane kit. Jul 01, 20 the curtiss c 46 commando is one of the unsung heroes of world war ii, always playing second fiddle to the famous c 47. One of the aircraft types always to be seen was the c46. All this nostalgia is readybuilt into this new lockheed electra model 10a for flight simulator x and prepar3d. Following the war, a small number of the aircraft were used for airline and freight operations.
The kit features a complete set of beautiful decals, scale plastic wheels, plastic nose cowl, spinner, gun troughs, exhaust and air scoops. We also offer a wide selection of veteran stickers for world war ii, the korean war, the vietnam war, desert storm, operation iraqi freedom, operation enduring freedom and. Known as blackies gang and flying out of chabua, india, they were equipped with two c47 aircraft. A new addition to their line is a set of resin wheels for the 172 williams brothers c46 commando kit. It was used as a military transport during world war ii by the united states army air forces. Brazilian navy af1 a4m skyhawk 15 years markings for the spectacular special scheme to commemorate the 15th anniversary of brazilian navys a4m skyhawk operations. Wax will build up around the edges of the decal, and will need to be removed. Smile style arch which compensates for windshield and roofline curvature. Colour instruction sheet designed to be used with platz but should fit welsh models kits aircraft decals military catalogue. The tires are appropriately flattened, but the tail wheel is independent of the support assembly. Standard set of doors and windows for the various 1. Our decals cover the us army, us air force, us navy, us coast guard and the us marine corps.
Production of the jeepster commando ceased in 1971. No problems at all with the stickers unlike most of the others ive tried out. Williamsbrothers c46 commando plastic model airplane kit 1. The curtiss c 46 commando is a twinengine transport aircraft derived from the curtiss cw20 pressurised highaltitude airliner design. North american p51bc mustang 14 scale vought f4u5 corsiar 15 bell p39 airacobra brewster f2a buffalo 110 brewster f2a buffalo 14 scale brewster f2a buffalo 15 scale brewster f2a buffalo 16. Maestro decals available online from maestro models.
May 14, 20 williams bros curtiss c46 commando todays finished model is one that spent some of its lifespan on the shelf of shame, though certainly not as much time as the longterm denizens of that area like the constellation or the b36. The decals for the national insignia and prop stencilling are from bombshell decals corsica b25 sheet. The lack of decals is not good, there should be enough to do all the plane and not just the basics. Note, if you have the academy ch46, you know or will know when you build the kit that the kit decal sheet includes lots of stencils for the interior cabin and for the instrument panels. Blackie portera former stunt pilot is credited with commanding the first organized air rescue unit in the theater. C46 commando vacuform canopy for williams bros 172 squadron 9186 see more like this. The curtiss c46 commando is one of the unsung heroes of world war ii, always playing second fiddle to the famous c47. This highly detailed aeroclassics 1400 scale dieacst metal jet model airplane is very collectible and all regular releases have limited production lines. Background the curtiss c46 commando was a military transport aircraft used during world war ii by the united states army air forces and also by the u.
Vintage flyer decals offered for the curtiss wright c 46 commando. The first model was the c101, which equated to a 101 wheel base. The curtiss c46 filled a niche during world war ii for a highaltitude heavy. Air canada painted their firstdelivered 767233 cgaub into the star alliance scheme. The f head hurricane straight 4 cylinder was standard while the. Decorate your laptops, water bottles, notebooks and windows. Military decals and stickers below, you will find one of the largest selections of military decals and military stickers on the internet. C46f n1822m salmon ella was built in 1945 and is one of two c46s operated by everts air fuel. F104 starfighters markings for civilian f104 starfighters operated by starfighters aerospace. Just flight c46 commando expansion for flight simulator. For those of you who like the open windows as opposed to our gray decal windows, this set can be printed without windows for no extra charge, just place a comment in the order notes and we will. The c 46 could carry over two and a half times the load of the better known c 47. Vi model aircraft scale 2 a6e intruder cessna o2 skymaster curtiss p40 kittyhawk mk.
Jeep c101 commando 19661971 jeep c104 commando 19721973 jeep cherokee mj. It was instead used as a military transport during world war ii by the united states army air forces as well as the u. Great quality, well produced decals and very unique subjects. The c46 served a similar role to its counterpart, the douglas c47 skytrain, but was not as extensively produced. Steam edition, p3d v4, p3d v3, p3d v2, p3d v1 first flown in 1940 and introduced into service with the usaf in 1942, the c 46 commando was a twinengine transport aircraft used primarily by the military but also by civilian operators, particularly in the cargo role. Mild window cleaner may be used to clean the windows without damage to the decal. Multiple military marking options for curtiss c 46 transport.
Jeepster commando 6771 and commando 7273 the jeepster commando was revived with production in 1966 and 1967 was the first model year. This one may have been started 7 or 8 years ago, i dont really remember. Decals are provided for the windows and the overawing walkway areas. Nov 07, 20 in fact, the decals provided for this version by williams bros. I decided to spend some time rescribing the entire external structure, as it was originally raised detail. Always on the lookout for obscure markings, and especially oriented toward commercial versions, over the years i had picked up the leading edge canadian airliner conversion, and the draw decals everts cargo set. Every license plate shall display the registration number assigned to the motor vehicle, trailer, or semitrailer and to the owner thereof, the name of the commonwealth, which may be abbreviated, and the year or the month and year, which may be abbreviated and in the form of decals, for which it is issued. Mmd7208 172 c46 commando boac mmd144001 1144 c46 commando transair sweden price. Norton commando 750 ss finest quality metallic inks english made sticker set this listing is for an exclusive to, full set of restorers decals to fit the norton commando 750 ss.
This zotz package does not contain those interior decals. Im a sucker for early versions of airplanes because they represent an original idea, and often look much cleaner over later versions which tend to have more stuff having from them such as antennae, bulbous radomes, and gangly. Youll find alternatives from the various generic national marking sets out there. This is the 172 scale model of the c 46 commando from williams brothers model products. The decals had the windows built in, and it would be an impossible job to make all. The set featured here is metallic gold with black outline. I used the prop hubs and engine fronts from a monogram b26, antennas from the academy b17e, and the pitot tubes from a pioneer at11. The final large production run c46d arrived in 194445, and featured single doors to facilitate paratroop drops. Decals options to make any trans air c46 airframe in either early or late livery. Dec 12, 2014 however, the c46 continues in operation as a rugged cargo transport for arctic and remote locations with its service life extended into the 21st century. The weathering on the silver c46 consisted of an overall wash ak interactive dark brown, whilst on the white and grey c46 it was used to merely enhance particular areas as the aircraft was kept reasonably clean. A very capable hauler, the c46 was kept in service after the war, serving in korea and with a number of foreign air arms.
A new addition to their line is a set of resin wheels for the 172 williams brothers c 46 commando kit. The curtisswright c46 commando was a transport aircraft originally derived from. I wanted to do the c 46d featured in the black and white photo, which had 4 blade propellers. In colder climates, decals on windows of vehicles can be damaged by the scraping of frost or ice from the windows. Steam edition, p3d v4, p3d v3, p3d v2, p3d v1 first flown in 1940 and introduced into service with the usaf in 1942, the c46 commando was a twinengine transport aircraft used primarily by the military but also by.
Details about c4 corvette word windshield decal sticker 46w x4h any 1 color. Sep3dv1v4 view detailed images 10 this just flight c46 commando package includes military, cargo and civilian passenger variants of the aircraft as well as military and civilian cockpit configurations. Pow mia window graphics, army rear window graphics, navy rear window decals, air force and marine rear window graphics are available in several sizes to fit most truck and suv rear windows. They are also available in silverblack and solid gold, solid silver or black. In fact, the decals provided for this version by williams bros.
Looking fantastic in the red and white over metal a finished model in this decals will look spectacular. On painted surfaces of vehicles, care must be taken when waxing. Decals are provided for 11 aircraft in two different schemes. A total of 200 c46 airframes were ordered in 1940, but only two were actually delivered by december 7, 1941. Early press reports used the name condor iii but the commando name was in use by early 1942 in company publicity. If youre looking for a great quality banner or sticker. Military fighter plane window graphics, military bomber aircraft window decals, helicopter rear window graphics, commercial aircraft window screens. Vintage flyer decals offered for the curtiss wright c46 commando. Platz 1144 scale c46d commando finescale modeler magazine.
Williams brothers 172 scale c46 commando by alan sannazzaro. However, some c 46 s remain in operation as a rugged cargo transport for arctic and remote locations with its service life extended into the 21st century. Air commando window decaleight inch air commando window decal. A very capable hauler, the c 46 was kept in service after the war, serving in korea and with a number of foreign air arms. All military aircraft rear window graphics are available in several sizes to fit most truck and suv rear windows. Williams brothers 72346 172 c46 commando kit first look. There is a large amount of sanding and straightening the windows. Join top and bottoms of the wings and then add the engines. C4 corvette word windshield decal sticker 46w x4h any 1.
Priorservice offers the widest selection of decals and stickers on the internet. Curtiss c46 commando fred olsen lines x 2 schemes including window masks. We offer custom signs, window decals, business logos and much more. Aeroclassics acn9852f reeve aleutian curtiss c46 n9852f. The kit parts were terrible, and i was at a loss as to how i was going to get a sheathed 4 blade prop, which most c 46 aicraft had. A 172 version of our bestselling b58 hustler sheet, with 19 different options for this iconic mach 2 bomber. The blue used on the decals is good for the chinese af roundels and flying tiger stripes, but is too light for either us wwii option. Decals glove box tire pressure decal, exact reproduction of the original. Eventually i found the quickboost marauder props were pretty close, but a bit short in diameter. Gaming pc stickers featuring millions of original designs created by independent artists.