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 5,000th 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 20th Fighter Group based in England in 1944.

This Minicraft kit offers markings for the following aircraft:

* USAAF P-38J, “YIPPEE” (5,000th P-38 built), 1944
* USAAF P-38J, 20th FG, England, 1944

Minicraft Models (US) LLC

2136 12th St. Ste. 104
Rockford, IL. 61104
www.minicraftmodels.com
Printed in China
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 PARTS LAYOUT DIAGRAM NOTE
Parts shown in gray are not for use.

8L 7R 6R 5L

83 3
91 89

88
90

86 85

87 84

2
PARTS LAYOUT DIAGRAM NOTE
Parts shown in gray are not for use.

51 56 66
55A

41
52 56A 67 67
55
50 50
68
42 57
69
53
58 70
49 49 54 71
63 62 72
43
59 73
74
48 75
44 65 64 60 76
77
45 78
63 62
47 61 79
80
46 82 81

17 16
40 39
19
20
21
18 15

14

38
30 22 13
37
12
29
36

35 11

23
34
28 24 10

33
27
25 9
32 31
26

3
 Cement DO NOT Cement Cut away Optional parts Repeat operation
Coller Ne pas Coller Couper Choix RŽpeeter l' opŽration
Kleben Nicht Kleben Scheiden Auswahlmoglichkeit Vorgang wiederholen
Pegar No Pegar Cortar Eleccion Repitir la operacion
Incollare Non Incollare Tagliere Scelta Ripetere
Colar Nao Colar Cortar Opaco Repitir a opera• ao
Kleven Niet Kleven Snijden Keuze Herhalen

1 SEAT / CONTROLS 55 69

73
75
26

25
Cockpit Interior INTERIOR GREEN
33
Panel Cover FLAT BLACK
Radio Equipment SATIN BLACK

2 SIDEWALLS 3 AUXILIARY PANEL

23

53

24

Sidewalls INTERIOR GREEN Panel SATIN BLACK

Sidewall Details 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)
4

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 5 INSTRUMENT PANEL / UPPER WING

Decal
54

Cockpit Interior INTERIOR GREEN

6 MAIN LANDING GEAR

63
63
62 62
Wheel Well Interiors INTERIOR GREEN
Struts & Wheels ALUMINUM
60 Tires FLAT DARK GRAY

61
74 72
LEFT MAIN GEAR RIGHT MAIN GEAR
16 15
71 70

7 LEFT BOOM 36
55A
35

5L
8L

56A

43

9
44

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 8 RIGHT BOOM 38
58 37

6R

46
57

10

7R 45

9 MAIN COMPONENT ASSEMBLY

66

6 11683
 10 TAIL / NOSE GEAR / NOSE
67
17

22
65
64
78 79
Top
67 81
82
59
76 34
18
80
68

28

56

27

See Diagram
above for
Part Numbers

11 PROPELLERS / SUPERCHARGERS
41 42

20 21

39 40
31 32

Closed Canopy
Open Canopy
87
12 DROP TANKS / BOMBS
48 88
SEE STEP 4 89

84
13 Left 49 87
14 Right 83

47

50

11 Left
12 Right
51 Left 13 CANOPY
52 Right

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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)

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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)

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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 10 - 20 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.

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Minicraft Models (US) LLC 2136 12th St. Ste. 104

Rockford, IL 61104 USA
Phone: 847-429-9676
Printed in China