DAKAR 2018 BACKPLATES

Relive the 40th anniversary edition of the Dakar with the official ADD03 decals from Atalaya Decals.

The Dakar 2018 was a historic event: the race celebrated its 40th anniversary traversing Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina, with the dunes of Ica, the altitude of the Andes, and the finish line in Córdoba as the backdrop. Accurately recreating the vehicles that participated in that edition requires a decoration to match, and that is exactly what the ADD03 sheet from Atalaya Decals offers.

Sheet Contents

• Official Motul #EpicStory logos, the corporate image of the technical sponsor for that edition.
• Flags of the three host countries: Peru, Bolivia, and Argentina.
• Number plates with the Motul 300V design, ready for personalisation.
• Complete numbering from 0 to 9 included at the bottom of the sheet, to compose any event number.

Technical Features

Atalaya Decals manufactures its sheets with an extremely thin film that conforms without wrinkles to complex surfaces: pronounced wheel arches, bulging hoods, and the angular shapes typical of T1 and T2 prototypes from the rally-raid. Being water slide decals with a white base, opacity is total: the colour of the bodywork, whether black, grey, or any dark shade, does not show through the design.

The colour density in the printing is high, ensuring that the logos and flags retain their vibrancy once applied and lacquered.

Application

The process is the usual one for water slide decals: individual cutting of each element, brief soaking in lukewarm water, sliding onto the previously primed surface, and adjustment with softening liquid to eliminate bubbles. The fineness of the film allows the decal to "hug" the surface as if it were paint, especially in areas with relief or curvature.

They are also suitable for static models, 1/32 scale slot cars, and any other common scale in raid modelling.

Ideal for…

• Modellers recreating vehicles that participated in the Dakar 2018.
• Slot enthusiasts who want to customise their raid cars with authentic competition numbers.
• Dioramas and display cases dedicated to rally-raid and the 40th anniversary edition.

Frequently Asked Questions

What scale are these decals compatible with?

The ADD03 sheet is primarily designed for 1/32 scale, the most common in raid slot racing, although larger elements (logos, flags) can be used in nearby scales at the modeller's discretion.

Do I need a white base on the bodywork before applying them?

It is not essential. The decal itself incorporates a white base, ensuring total opacity even on dark or metallic-coloured bodywork.

Is numbering included to compose any race number?

Yes. The sheet includes the digits from 0 to 9 at the bottom, so you can compose the number of any participant from the 2018 edition.

What softening liquid is recommended for application?

Any commonly used decal softener in modelling works correctly. Brands like Vallejo or Tamiya offer specific products that help adapt the film to surfaces with relief without cracking.

Do I need a protective lacquer after application?

Yes, it is highly recommended. A layer of satin or glossy lacquer (depending on the desired finish) seals the decal, protects it from wear, and unifies the appearance with the rest of the bodywork.

Atalaya Decals ADD03 Dakar 2018 water slide decals for 1/32 slot cars and static scale models. Official Motul #EpicStory logos, host country flags and full number set (0–9) with Motul 300V plate design. White-backed film ensures full opacity on any bodywork colour. Perfect for T1 and T2 raid vehicle replicas, rally-raid dioramas and slot car customisation.