Vallejo Model Air Set - USAAF WWII (16 Colors) (71185)

The acrylic paint set Vallejo Model Air Set - USAAF WWII (16 colors) (71185) is a comprehensive package intended for aircraft and historical modelers who want to faithfully recreate the colors of American aviation from World War II. The product is primarily dedicated for painting models in 1/32, 1/48, and 1/72 scale, but will also work perfectly for larger and smaller projects depending on the user's needs.

This set offers 16 carefully selected colors, corresponding to authentic USAAF (United States Army Air Forces) aircraft paint schemes from 1939–1945. The set is based on widely available documentation, and each color is meticulously matched according to official samples and in consultation with historical experts. The paints are intended for airbrush application but can also be used with a brush by more advanced modelers.

• Main audience: Historical modelers, especially those interested in World War II aviation.
• Application: Painting plastic, resin, and metal models of USAAF aircraft and military vehicles from 1939–1945.
• Colors included: Among others: White, Interior Green, Dark Green, Dark Earth, Middle Stone, Olive Drab, Insignia Blue, US Sand, Grey RLM84, Surface Primer Grey, Satin Varnish, and decal accessories – Decal Medium and Decal Fix.
• Paint material: High-quality water-based acrylic. Features excellent coverage, fast drying and abrasion resistance.
• Category: Acrylic modeling paint set for airbrush/brush.
• Ease of use: 2/5 – Suitable both for intermediate users as well as beginners who want to start airbrushing.
• Extras: The set includes primer, satin varnish, and decal mediums, making it a complete solution for realistic model finishing.
• Historical references: The colors were used on aircraft such as the P-51 Mustang, P-47 Thunderbolt, B-17 Flying Fortress, and C-47 Dakota, operating in Europe, the Pacific Front, and Africa during World War II.

We recommend this set to all modelers passionate about the history of American aviation during World War II. It allows for precise and authentic reproduction of historical paint schemes, and thanks to the included extras enables a professional model finish. The product stands out for its excellent pigmentation and easy application, placing it among the top products available on the modeling market.