Hataka HTK-B216 BS Lichen Green (BS4800/12B.25) – 17 ml

The model paint Hataka HTK-B216 BS Lichen Green (BS4800/12B.25) is a high-quality acrylic from the Blue Line series, produced by the renowned Polish brand Hataka Hobby. This version has been specially formulated as a water-based paint, optimized for brush painting. As a result, achieving a perfectly smooth color coat is much easier compared to products intended solely for airbrush use. It is an excellent choice for modelers seeking a practical and efficient solution for precise painting of details, camouflage patterns, as well as larger surfaces on models in various scales—including vehicles, aircraft, and figures.

Color Characteristics and Historical Usage

BS Lichen Green (BS4800/12B.25) is an authentic shade of green used by the British Armed Forces in post-war and modern periods. It was primarily used to paint military vehicles, army cars, and specialized equipment employed, among others, during NATO operations and UN peacekeeping missions. Lichen Green was the official color in the British BS4800 system corresponding to the reality of the Cold War as well as later decades, up to the present day.

• Volume: 17 ml – ideal for both larger projects and minor touch-ups
• Type of paint: acrylic, water-based
• Intended use: for brush painting (optimized for the "Blue Line")
• Substrate material: plastic, resin, metal – excellent adhesion
• Category: acrylic model paints
• Color authenticity: compliant with BS4800/12B.25 standard

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

Hataka HTK-B216 is an excellent choice for beginner and intermediate modelers who want to achieve realistic results without the need for an airbrush. Thanks to its easy application and fast drying, this paint works perfectly for painting military vehicles, dioramas, or equipment elements in scales 1/35, 1/48, 1/72, and others. The usage difficulty level is 1/5—an easy-to-use paint suitable even for those just starting out in scale modeling.

Summary: Hataka HTK-B216 BS Lichen Green is a professional model paint that guarantees excellent finishing quality and full historical accuracy. Highly recommended for British military equipment models from the Cold War era and modern times.