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PT-13/N2S-3 PT-17/N2S-5 Kaydet

Starfighter Decals 1/72 PT-13/N2S-3 PT-17/N2S-5 Kaydet Decal First Look

by Michael Benolkin

Date of Review August 2018 Manufacturer Starfighter Decals
Subject PT-13/N2S-3 PT-17/N2S-5 Kaydet Scale 1/72
Set Number 72-158 Pros Colorful subjects
Cons Nothing noted Skill Level Basic
MSRP (USD) $12.00

First Look

Here is the latest release from Starfighter Decals, this time providing six colorful USAAF and USN Stearman examples in 1/72 scale. This set provides three USN and three USAAF examples. This set is designed for the Revell kit.

PT-13/N2S-3 PT-17/N2S-5 Kaydet PT-13/N2S-3 PT-17/N2S-5 Kaydet

This decal set provides markings for the following subjects:

  • PT-13D, unknown, 520, Randolph Field, 1938
  • PT-27, 42-15680, 4, Thunderbird Field
  • PT-17, unknown, H829
  • N2S-2, 3553, 401, NAS Corpus Christi, 1943
  • N2S-3, unknown, NAAS Corry Field, 1943
  • N2S-3, 05369, 41, on display at the National Museum of Naval Aviation

This decal set offers some interesting alternatives for kit subjects and would be awfully nice to see in 1/48 scale for the newer Revell kit!

You can purchase these decals directly from Starfighter Decals on their website.

My sincere thanks to Starfighter Decals for this review sample!