Vallejo 71257 - Model Air Light Blue RLM76 18 ml acrylic paint

Vallejo Model Air Light Blue RLM76 acrylic paint – 18 ml

Vallejo 71257 Model Air Light Blue RLM76 is a light, blue-grey acrylic shade with a matt finish, reproducing the German RLM 76 Lichtblau. The paint is ready for airbrush application.

RLM 76 was one of the basic shades of late-war Luftwaffe schemes, used on the undersurfaces and fuselage sides of aircraft, most often combined with the grey-green RLM 74 and grey-violet RLM 75 on the upper surfaces. The shade also works well as a light, cool tone in German air force palettes. Because of its light character, the best coverage is achieved over a light base, in several thin layers.

• Light blue-grey RLM 76 (Lichtblau) with a matt finish
• For undersides and sides of Luftwaffe aircraft
• Component of the late-war fighter scheme (with RLM 74/75)
• Best coverage over a light base, in several 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.