Star Decals 72-A1168 US 6th Armored Division 2 "The Super-Sixth" in Europe 1944-45 1/72 – Decals for Armored Vehicle Models

Star Decals 72-A1168 is a high-quality water-slide decal set in 1/72 scale, dedicated to modelers wishing to accurately recreate vehicles and tanks belonging to the 6th Armored Division of the United States, known as the “Super-Sixth.” This set has been carefully developed based on archival sources and historical materials, ensuring authenticity and precision of applied markings.

• Scale: 1/72
• User country: United States of America
• Period of use: World War II, years 1944-1945
• Material: high-quality water slide decals
• Category: Modeling decals dedicated to armored vehicles
• Manufacturer: Star Decals (Sweden)

Historical Overview

The US 6th Armored Division, referred to as the “Super-Sixth,” played a key role in campaigns on the Western Front during World War II. The division took part in, among others, the battles during the liberation of France, crossing the Siegfried Line, the Ardennes Offensive, and the crossing of the Rhine, contributing to the final Allied victory in Europe (1944-1945).

Advantages of the Star Decals 72-A1168 Set

• Detailed, historically accurate markings for M4 Sherman tanks, support vehicles, and armored personnel carriers of the 6th Armored Division.
• Precision decal printing guarantees sharp details and saturated colors that do not fade over time.
• The decals are thin, easily conform to the model surface, and do not leave a visible layer after application.
• Perfect for customizing dioramas and military vehicle models from the late WWII period on the European front.

Who is it recommended for?

This product is ideal for intermediate and advanced historical modelers seeking authentic markings for their military projects. It makes an excellent addition to plastic models and themed collections related to the US Army and operations in Europe.

Level of Difficulty

Difficulty level: 2/5. Decal application is not difficult; however, basic experience with water-slide decals is recommended.