Vallejo 71016 - Model Air USAF Olive Drab 18 ml acrylic paint

Vallejo Model Air USAF Olive Drab acrylic paint – 18 ml

Vallejo 71016 Model Air USAF Olive Drab is a US olive drab shade with a matt finish, corresponding to the FS 34088 and ANA 613 colour standards. The paint is ready for airbrush application.

The colour is associated with US aircraft and military equipment, where olive drab was one of the main camouflage and finishing colours. The shade works well both on large surfaces and as a base olive tone in US palettes. The most even coverage is achieved by applying the paint in several thin layers.

• US olive drab with a matt finish
• Corresponds to the FS 34088 and ANA 613 standards
• For US aircraft and military equipment
• Best coverage in several thin layers
• Volume: 18 ml

Vallejo Model Air paints – characteristics and uses

Vallejo Model Air is a range of water-based matt acrylic paints developed specifically for airbrush application. The line covers a broad selection of military colours from different periods — from the First World War, through the Second World War, up to the present day. The formulas are based on research into historical colour references, which translates into a high level of accuracy in the shades.

The paints have a ready-to-spray consistency, and their finely ground pigment passes freely through small-diameter airbrush nozzles without clogging them. They are supplied in dropper bottles, which makes measuring and mixing colours easier. The paints have a matt finish.

The paints dry very quickly and form a uniform, durable film that preserves even the finest detail of the model. They are non-flammable and contain no solvents, making them odourless and comfortable to work with.

How to use:

Model Air can be applied directly or thinned with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner. In addition, it is worth adding a small amount of Vallejo Flow Improver to the paint, which reduces the tendency of acrylic paint to dry on the airbrush needle. It is recommended to prime the surface first and then apply the paint in several thin layers. For airbrushing, the recommended air pressure is 15–20 PSI (approximately 1–1.4 bar). The paint can also be applied with a brush. After finishing, Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner is recommended for cleaning the airbrush.

About the manufacturer – Vallejo:

Vallejo is a Spanish manufacturer of modelling paints and accessories, valued by modellers and miniature painters worldwide. The brand is known for its wide range of water-based acrylic paints, consistent colour matching, and products tailored to specific painting techniques. Its line-up includes the Model Air and Model Color ranges, along with auxiliary products for airbrushing and model finishing.