Star Decals 35-C1139 British 9th Armoured Brigade 1/35 – Water-slide decals for Sherman Mk II and Mk III tank models

Star Decals 35-C1139 is a high-quality set of water-slide decals in 1/35 scale, dedicated to model kits of the Sherman Mk II and Mk III tanks that served in the ranks of the legendary British 9th Armoured Brigade. This set was developed to accurately recreate authentic and rarely seen markings of British armoured units operating in North Africa and the Middle East in 1942-1943, during the intense battles of World War II.

• Scale: 1/35
• Historical period: World War II (North African campaign, Middle East 1942-43)
• Nation of service: United Kingdom (British 9th Armoured Brigade: HQ 9th Armoured Brigade, King’s Own Hussars, Warwickshire Yeomanry, Royal Wiltshire Yeomanry)
• Material: water-slide decal on high-quality specialist paper
• Contents: Sheet of precision decals, painting and marking placement guides for individual units
• Product category: modelling accessories – water-slide decals for plastic models

The set contains key vehicle markings, including brigade insignia, regimental insignias, and original tactical numbers, allowing for precise replication of vehicles that participated, among others, in the Battle of El Alamein. Such accurately reproduced details are invaluable when building British armoured models from World War II, based on historical documentation.

Star Decals 35-C1139 is recommended for both advanced modellers and intermediate enthusiasts looking to increase the realism of their 1/35 scale plastic models. The precise decal printing and ease of application mean the product is suitable for a difficulty level of 2/5. No special tools are needed — just a standard set of modelling tools for applying water-slide decals.

The Star Decals series is especially valued for its historical accuracy and print quality, making set 35-C1139 indispensable for modellers building dioramas or battle scenes from the British North African campaign of World War II.