Hataka HTK-AS02 Early Luftwaffe paint set 4x17ml – Acrylic paint set for Luftwaffe aircraft models (1937–1940)

The Hataka HTK-AS02 Early Luftwaffe paint set 4x17ml is a proposal dedicated to modelers seeking to faithfully replicate historic German aircraft from the pre-war period and the early years of World War II. The product includes four 17ml bottles of water-based acrylic paints, perfectly matched according to Luftwaffe color standards from 1937–1940.

• Category: acrylic paint set (modeling accessories)
• Manufacturer: Hataka Hobby
• Historical period: World War II, years 1937–1940
• Country of use: Germany (Third Reich – Luftwaffe)
• Quantity: 4 x 17 ml (water-based, fast-drying formula)
• Intended for: plastic models, resin models, 3D printing models, photo-etched parts

The set includes the following acrylic colors:

• HTK-A015 – Black-Green (RLM70): used for painting upper surfaces of wings and fuselage in a two-green camouflage scheme, e.g., fighter planes during the Battle of Britain.
• HTK-A017 – Dark Green (RLM71): applied with RLM70 on the upper surfaces of Luftwaffe combat aircraft such as Messerschmitt Bf 109 or Heinkel He 111.
• HTK-A023 – Grey (RLM02): used for cockpit and landing gear interiors, as well as on the upper surfaces of fighters during the early period of World War II.
• HTK-A029 – Light Blue (RLM65/78): standard underside color for Luftwaffe aircraft at the start of the war.

The color scheme complies with historical Luftwaffe guidelines – the Hataka HTK-AS02 set offers high coverage quality, excellent adhesion, and exceptional surface durability. The paints are ideal for painting models in popular scales, such as 1/72, 1/48, or 1/32, ensuring a realistic final effect.

The set is recommended for both beginner and advanced modelers passionate about World War II aviation. It facilitates quick and precise recreation of authentic paint schemes for aircraft such as the Messerschmitt Bf 109, Junkers Ju 87, or Dornier Do 17 from the early phase of the conflict.

Difficulty level: 1/5 (easy to use). The paints can be applied by brush or airbrush, and their water-based formula allows for easy cleaning of painting tools.

Hataka HTK-AS02 is a reliable choice for anyone wishing to achieve a faithful historic color scheme for Luftwaffe model aircraft, improve the quality of their work, and simplify the process of creating authentic camouflage patterns.