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product_id: 50704145
title: "Model Color Set, USAF Grey Schemes, 16 Matte Acrylic Paints, 18 ml Bottles, Ideal for Airbrush and Model Painting"
brand: "vallejo"
price: "R1333"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Vallejo"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/50704145-model-color-set-usaf-grey-schemes-16-matte-acrylic-paints
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 16 matte acrylic paints fast drying, 1 hr full cure airbrush & brush compatible Model Color Set, USAF Grey Schemes, 16 Matte Acrylic Paints, 18 ml Bottles, Ideal for Airbrush and Model Painting

**Brand:** vallejo
**Price:** R1333
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛩️ Elevate your scale models with the ultimate USAF grey precision kit!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Model Color Set, USAF Grey Schemes, 16 Matte Acrylic Paints, 18 ml Bottles, Ideal for Airbrush and Model Painting by vallejo
- **How much does it cost?** R1333 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/50704145-model-color-set-usaf-grey-schemes-16-matte-acrylic-paints)

## Best For

- vallejo enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vallejo brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Durable Matte Finish:** Fast-drying, long-lasting film that preserves every detail flawlessly
- • **Versatile Application:** Optimized for airbrush at 15-20 PSI but perfect for brush painting too
- • **Precision USAF Grey Palette:** Authentic low-visibility shades from 70s to present for true-to-life models
- • **Non-Toxic & Modeler Friendly:** Safe, water-based formula ideal for plastic, metal, and wood surfaces
- • **Trusted Spanish Craftsmanship:** Made in Spain by Vallejo, a 50+ year leader in acrylic paints

## Overview

Vallejo's Model Color Set USAF Grey Schemes offers 16 expertly formulated matte acrylic paints in 18 ml bottles, designed for airbrush and brush use. Featuring historically accurate USAF grey tones from the 1970s to today, these fast-drying, durable paints deliver a flawless finish on plastic, metal, and wood models. Made in Spain by a trusted brand with over 50 years of expertise, this non-toxic set is a must-have for professional and hobbyist modelers seeking precision and authenticity.

## Description

Vallejo Model Color Set, USAF Grey Schemes, 16 Matte Acrylic Paints, 18 ml Bottles, Ideal for Airbrush and Model Painting : desertcart.co.uk: Toys & Games

Review: Perfect - Great quality paints
Review: Modern US aircraft paint set - Excellent paint set specially made for modern US aircraft

## Features

- Achieve realistic low-visibility gray schemes for USAF aircraft from the 70s to present with this Acrylic Paint Set. Includes 8 specially formulated Model Air colors in 18 ml dropper bottles: Dark Seagull Gray, USAF Medium Gray, Ocean Gray, Aggressor Gray, USAF Medium Gray, USAF Dark Gray, USN Light Gray, and Light Gray. Made in Spain, ensuring quality and performance for your painting projects
- HIGH-QUALITY AIRBRUSH PIGMENTS: The USAF Colors Grey Schemes set features shades specifically designed for airbrush use, but can also be applied with a brush. Recommended compressor settings are 15-20 PSI or 0.5 to 1 kg. For best results, apply multiple layers on a primed surface. The fast-drying color forms a durable film, ensuring a flawless and long-lasting finish. Made in Spain
- Achieve authentic and detailed results with Model Air, featuring the widest selection of military colors used in vehicles and aircraft from World War I and II to modern times. Perfect for model enthusiasts and figure painters seeking precision and historical accuracy. Made in Spain, ensuring quality and reliability
- Achieve maximum historical fidelity with MODEL AIR Acrylic Paints, specially formulated for airbrushing. These water-based paints can be used directly or thinned with Airbrush Thinner or Flow Improver. They dry quickly and are exceptionally durable without compromising any detail of your model. Also suitable for brush application, ensuring versatility and precision in every use. Made in Spain, backed by warranty
- Inspire your creativity with ACRYLICOS VALLEJO, a leader in high-quality water-based acrylic paints for over 50 years. Our commitment to excellence ensures innovative and reliable solutions that help artists bring their visions to life with precision and historical fidelity. Made in Spain, backed by warranty

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B013WXGSC0 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | 57,112 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 56 in Model Building Kit Accessories 754 in Drawing Markers |
| Brand Name | Vallejo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Colour Code | #808080 |
| Container Type | Bottle |
| Country of Origin | España |
| Coverage | Full |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (614) |
| Dry Time In Hours | 24 |
| Finish Type | Matte |
| Full Cure Time | 1 Hours |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 08429551711562 |
| Included Components | Farbmischtabelle |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Waterproof | False |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Type Name | AV Vallejo Model Air Set -USAF "Gray Schemes" from 70's to Present |
| Item Volume | 17 Millilitres |
| Item Weight | 0.19 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Acrylicos Vallejo SLU |
| Model Number | VJ71156 |
| Paint Type | Acrylic |
| Part Number | VJ71156 |
| Size | 136 ml (Pack of 1) |
| Special Features | Non Toxic |
| Specific Uses For Product | Interior/Exterior |
| Surface Recommendation | Metal, Plastic, Wood |
| UPC | 781493317775 |
| Unit Count | 136.0 millilitre |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Vallejo
- **Colour:** Grey
- **Finish type:** Matte
- **Item volume:** 17 Millilitres
- **Paint type:** Acrylic
- **Size:** 136 ml (Pack of 1)
- **Special feature:** Non Toxic
- **Specific uses for product:** Interior/Exterior
- **Surface recommendation:** Metal, Plastic, Wood
- **Unit count:** 136.0 millilitre

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect
*by M***B on 29 August 2025*

Great quality paints

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Modern US aircraft paint set
*by G***K on 26 July 2025*

Excellent paint set specially made for modern US aircraft

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It is what it is. Literally.
*by A***R on 1 December 2025*

Vallejo water based acrylic paints. Good selection of greys. Use on airfix and tamiya models.

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*Last updated: 2026-07-07*