VLJ71611 - Vallejo Model Air Set - Nuclear Submarines (8)

VLJ71611 - Vallejo Model Air Set - Nuclear Submarines (8)

Make your color selection easy with Vallejo paint sets

The set includes 8 colors needed to paint the models of nuclear submarines currently deployed and regardless of nationality, since the patterns are very similar. The only exception is the underwater hull which is normally painted red (underwater seen as dark brown and least visible), but can sometimes be in patterns of Tan Green and +- Light Grey with Black, with markings and bands in white. In the early nineteen fifties, the United States initiated a program for the design of nuclear powered submarines, their principal advantage over traditional submarines being their independent air supply and their capacity to remain submerged and operating a high velocity for large periods of time. The Soviet Union soon followed in developing their version of this submarine.

Armed with ballistic missiles with a nuclear warhead, as well as with conventional torpedos, the high cost of the nuclear submarine has limited its production to the naval forces of only a few nations. Besides the U.S.A. and the British Royal Navy, only Russia, France, China, India and Brazil have nuclear submarines. Almost all these countries have opted for a hull with dark colors to achieve minimal underwater visibility.

Includes:
71279 – Insignia White
71023 – Hemp
71084 – Fire Red
71046 – Pale Grey Blue
71052 – German Grey
71057 – Black
71062 – Aluminium (Metallic)
71067 – Bright Brass (Metallic)

Matt acrylic colors, water-based and especially formulated for airbrushing. The Model Air color range contains the most complete selection of the military colors used in recent history, including the colors of WWI, WWII and up to the present. Each color is based on extensive research by our experts of the existing and previous military references so as to offer the modeler the highest possible historical accuracy. Model Air is used directly or diluted with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner or Flow Improver. It is recommended to first prime the surface, and then apply Model Air in several layers. The colors dry very rapidly and form a homogenous paint film of extraordinary resistance while preserving even the smallest detail of the model. For airbrushing these colors, the compressor air pressure is recommended at 15 - 20 PSI or 0.5 to 1 kg. Model Air can of course also be applied with a brush. For correct airbrush maintenance we recommend using the Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner. Vallejo Model Air is non-flammable and completely solvent-free, making it a safe choice for hobbyists of all ages working in any environment. For best results, prime your surface before application and maintain your airbrush with Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner.