Vallejo 71140 US Desert Sand (FS 30279) – Acrylic Paint for Modelling

Vallejo 71140 US Desert Sand (FS 30279) is a high-quality acrylic paint developed for demanding modelers and professionals who create models of military vehicles, aircraft, and dioramas in scales such as 1/35, 1/72, or 1/48. It was created by the renowned Spanish brand Vallejo, recognized worldwide in the modelling industry for its reliability and wide range of authentic military shades.

FS 30279 is a standard shade used by the US Armed Forces. US Desert Sand perfectly reproduces the color of sand camouflage used by, among others, the US Army, USMC, and other coalition forces during military operations in the Middle East—including during "Desert Storm" in 1990–1991 and in the following conflicts of the 21st century. Vallejo 71140 is especially suitable for painting models of tanks (e.g., M1 Abrams), armored personnel carriers (M2 Bradley), military trucks, and aircraft using desert colors in the modern era.

The paint is produced on the basis of high-grade acrylic resin, ensuring:

• Exceptional adhesion to plastic, metal, resin, and other popular modelling materials
• Fast drying, allowing for quick progression to subsequent painting stages
• No harmful solvents, making it safe for users and environmentally friendly
• Excellent coverage and a deep, matte finish
• Consistency ideal for application by both brush and airbrush (when thinned according to manufacturer recommendations)

Vallejo 71140 US Desert Sand (FS 30279) from the Model Air line is available in a practical bottle with a convenient pipette, with a capacity of 17 ml, ensuring precise dosing and minimizing material waste. The product is recommended for both beginner and advanced modelers. Thanks to its ease of application and authentic color, it is a must-have for those recreating modern US and NATO allied military vehicles.

Category: Acrylic model paint
Material: Water-based acrylic
Application: Painting plastic, resin, and metal models
Difficulty: 1/5 (very easy to use)

We recommend Vallejo 71140 US Desert Sand to all modelers who value faithful reproduction of historical details and comfortable work.