Vallejo 77178 - True Metallic Metal 178 Rusty Metal Airbrush acrylic paint 18 ml

Vallejo 77178 Rusty Metal Airbrush – Metallic rusty basecoat for airbrush in the True Metallic system

Vallejo 77178 – Rusty Metal Airbrush is a metallic acrylic paint from the True Metallic Metal range, designed for smooth airbrush application. Its warm rusty-brown tone with a subtle metallic sheen perfectly captures the look of aged, oxidised metal, making it ideal for fantasy, sci-fi, industrial and post-apocalyptic models.

The AIRBRUSH formulation uses ultra-fine pigments to ensure flawless, grain-free application straight from the bottle. It matches the BASE Rusty Metal colour, allowing full compatibility between brush and airbrush workflows.

Set details:

• Volume: 18 ml
• Type: metallic AIRBRUSH paint
• Color: Rusty Metal
• Finish: warm, rusty metallic tone
• Use: even spraying of aged, oxidised metallic surfaces
• Application: ready to spray

About Vallejo 77178 Rusty Metal Airbrush:

This colour excels at recreating:

• weathered armour and corroded plates,
• post-apocalyptic vehicles and machinery,
• industrial structures and pipes,
• worn sci-fi technology,
• rust-infused mechanical details,
• natural patina and aged steel textures.

It pairs exceptionally well with SHADE washes to deepen shadows and with LIGHT highlights to enhance metallic contrast.

About AIRBRUSH colours in the True Metallic Metal system:

AIRBRUSH colours are airbrush-ready metallics that match their BASE equivalents, providing:

• ultra-fine pigments,
• excellent spray behaviour,
• smooth, even coverage,
• full chromatic compatibility with SHADE and LIGHT ranges.

The True Metallic Metal system includes:

• BASE – brush metallics
• AIRBRUSH – airbrush metallics
• SHADE – shading washes
• LIGHT – metallic highlights

Usage tips:

• Spray directly from the bottle.
• Recommended pressure: approx. 2 bar (29 PSI).
• Suggested needle size: 0.3 mm.
• Shake thoroughly before use.
• Add Vallejo Airbrush Thinner for softer gradients if required.

About Vallejo:

Vallejo is a leading global manufacturer of acrylic paints for miniature painting and scale modelling. The True Metallic Metal range provides a complete workflow for creating realistic, expressive metallic finishes inspired by real-world materials.