Star Decals 72-A1103 Tanks & AFVs in Cuba #1 – Decals 1/72

Star Decals 72-A1103 Tanks & AFVs in Cuba #1 is a professional set of water-slide decals designed for modelers assembling military vehicles in 1/72 scale. The set includes markings for tanks and armored vehicles used in Cuba during the post-World War II period, the revolutionary conflict, and the Cold War. The vehicles covered by these decals are:

• M4A3E8 Sherman
• A34 Comet
• Staghound
• Greyhound (M8)
• M3A1 White Scout Car
• M3A1 Stuart

Use in the Cuban Army: All vehicles in this set were operated by the Cuban army and revolutionary fighters during the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s. They played a particularly significant role during the Cuban Revolution (1956–1959), when American equipment, previously donated or purchased, was used by both Batista’s government forces and Fidel Castro’s revolutionary troops.

Product category: Modeling product – water-slide decals for plastic and resin models in 1/72 scale.

Material: Ultra-thin, high-quality decal film dedicated for models; provides excellent reproduction of details and easy application on uneven surfaces without the "silvering" effect. The set does not include extras such as photo-etched or resin parts.

Precise painting schemes: Detailed placement instructions are included, based on authentic historical photographs and archival materials, to help reproduce specific vehicle examples from this era.

Recommendation and difficulty: The product is recommended for all modelers, from beginners to advanced, who are interested in Latin American history, Cuban conflicts, or unusual variants of well-known combat vehicles. Decal application difficulty: 2/5. Suitable for both diorama builders and collectors of single models in 1/72 scale.

Star Decals is a renowned manufacturer of modeling decals, valued for their historical accuracy and print durability. This set enables the creation of authentic Cuban combat vehicles, enriching any collection with rarely seen marking schemes.