Hataka HTK-BS04.2 - US Army Air Force paint set (6x17ml)

Hataka HTK-BS04.2 - US Army Air Force paint set (6x17ml) is a comprehensive set of acrylic paints from the Blue Line series, dedicated to modelers focused on recreating United States Army Air Force (USAAF) aircraft from World War II. The set includes six precisely balanced colors, each with a 17 ml capacity, specially designed for brush painting. These paints have been developed with great historical accuracy based on original USAAF archival guidelines and research on preserved museum exhibits.

Historical and modeling value of the set

The US Army Air Force was a key component of the Allied air power during World War II, participating in numerous combat operations on the European, Pacific, and North African fronts from 1941–1945. The colors included in this set perfectly reproduce the schemes of aircraft such as the P-51 Mustang, P-47 Thunderbolt, B-17 Flying Fortress, and B-24 Liberator – icons of wartime aviation. The Hataka HTK-BS04.2 paint set enables accurate recreation of original camouflage patterns and markings, which is a crucial aspect for modelers specializing in historical subjects.

• Country of use: United States
• Historical period: World War II (1941-1945)
• Number of colors: 6
• Capacity of each bottle: 17 ml
• Paint type: Acrylic, Blue Line series for brush painting
• Material: high-quality acrylic paint
• Application: plastic, resin, and 3D-printed models in virtually any scale (1/72, 1/48, 1/32, 1/144, etc.)
• Product category: Model paint set

Why choose Hataka HTK-BS04.2?

This set stands out for its excellent pigmentation, short drying time, and ease of layering, which greatly facilitates achieving realistic effects on your model. The colors are matte, do not require intense mixing or dilution, and perfectly match the original colors from 80 years ago. Hataka acrylic paints are almost completely odorless and safe for the user, and their efficiency allows for painting several models in standard 1/72–1/48 scales.

Recommendation and difficulty level

The Hataka HTK-BS04.2 - US Army Air Force paint set is especially recommended to historical modelers, particularly enthusiasts of American aviation from the World War II era. It's an excellent choice for both beginners and advanced modelers (difficulty level 1/5), who value authenticity and ease of use.