P-38J Lightning. Minicraft Models (US) LLC th St. Ste. 104 Rockford, IL

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1 P-38J Lightning The P-38 was developed just before WWII for the United States Army Air Force that combined high-speed performance, heavy firepower and long range. The P-38 was used extensively in Europe and the Pacific. The P-38 holds the record as the aircraft flown by the highest scoring fighter ace of the United States in WWII. The new P-38J from Minicraft includes a new decal sheet printed by Cartograf featuring 2 new marking schemes: USAAF Yippee was the 5,000 th P-38 produced and painted the distinctive red-orange color in recognition of the achievement. Yippee was used to promote the sale of War Bonds to support the US war effort in World War II prior to being delivered to the USAAF for combat. The second marking scheme represents a USAAF P-38J which served in 20 th Fighter Group based in England in This Minicraft kit offers markings for the following aircraft: * USAAF P-38J, YIPPEE (5,000 th P-38 built), 1944 * USAAF P-38J, 20 th FG, England, 1944 Minicraft Models (US) LLC th St. Ste. 104 Rockford, IL Printed in China 11683

2 PARTS LAYOUT DIAGRAM NOTE Parts shown in gray are not for use. 2 8L 7R 6R 5L

3 PARTS LAYOUT DIAGRAM NOTE Parts shown in gray are not for use A A

4 Cement Coller Kleben Pegar Incollare Colar Kleven DO NOT Cement Ne pas Coller Nicht Kleben No Pegar Non Incollare Nao Colar Niet Kleven Cut away Couper Scheiden Cortar Tagliere Cortar Snijden Optional parts Choix Auswahlmoglichkeit Eleccion Scelta Opaco Keuze Repeat operation RŽpeeter l' opžration Vorgang wiederholen Repitir la operacion Ripetere Repitir a opera ao Herhalen 1 SEAT / CONTROLS Cockpit Interior INTERIOR GREEN Panel Cover FLAT BLACK Radio Equipment SATIN BLACK 2 SIDEWALLS 3 AUXILIARY PANEL Sidewalls INTERIOR GREEN Sidewall Details SATIN BLACK Panel SATIN BLACK 4 LOWER FUSELAGE POD NOTE See Step 12 - Fill holes in lower wing 4 if you choose not to use underwing stores. (Two holes under each wing)

5 5 INSTRUMENT PANEL / UPPER WING 54 Decal Cockpit Interior INTERIOR GREEN MAIN LANDING GEAR Wheel Well Interiors INTERIOR GREEN Struts & Wheels ALUMINUM Tires FLAT DARK GRAY LEFT MAIN GEAR RIGHT MAIN GEAR 7 LEFT BOOM 36 55A 35 5L 8L 56A

6 8 RIGHT BOOM R R 45 9 MAIN COMPONENT ASSEMBLY

7 10 TAIL / NOSE GEAR / NOSE Top PROPELLERS / SUPERCHARGERS See Diagram above for Part Numbers DROP TANKS / BOMBS 87 Closed Canopy Open Canopy SEE STEP Left 14 Right Left 12 Right 51 Left 52 Right 13 CANOPY

8 USAAF P-38J, "YIPPEE" (5,000th P-38 built), 1944 PAINTS A Orange (ModelMaster 2022, Acryl 4682) B Aluminum (ModelMaster 1781, Acryl 4677) C White (ModelMaster 1745, Acryl 4696) D Olive Drab (ModelMaster 1911, Acryl 4728) E Insignia Yellow (ModelMaster 1708, Acryl 4721)

9 USAAF P-38J, 20th FG, England, 1944 PAINTS A Orange (ModelMaster 2022, Acryl 4682) B Aluminum (ModelMaster 1781, Acryl 4677) C White (ModelMaster 1745, Acryl 4696) D Olive Drab (ModelMaster 1911, Acryl 4728) E Insignia Yellow (ModelMaster 1708, Acryl 4721)

10 Your Minicraft model includes high-quality waterslide decals. These decals adhere best to a glossy surface; and it is recommended that you apply a clear gloss coat over your painted model. Use a sharp scissors or knife to cut individual decals from the carrier sheet. Do not cut into the clear film surrounding the individual decals. * It is recommended that you apply one decal at a time. * Place the decal section in warm water, when first inserted in the water your decal will curl, after approximately ten seconds the decal will uncurl. Remove from water and lay on a paper towel. After approximately seconds the decal will slide freely from the backing paper. Use a small brush to help slide the decal from the backing paper and into position on the model. Carefully blot excess water from the decal, using care not to move the decal or tear it. * If you choose to use a setting solution, apply a thin coat over the decal following the manufacturer s instruction. * Allow the decal to dry overnight. Wash any adhesive residue off the model with a small amount of clean water and dry thoroughly. * Apply clear gloss, matte or flat coat to seal decals following the instructions from the manufacturer. Visit our Website- Minicraft Models (US) LLC th St. Ste. 104 Rockford, IL USA Phone: Printed in China