Paint, Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 Fire Drake — pre-mixed acrylic miniature paint

Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 Fire Drake is a pre-mixed acrylic miniature paint formulated for rapid application on tabletop miniatures and scale models. Part of the Speedpaint range, this single-bottle solution combines base color and shading properties to reduce layering time while maintaining consistent coverage on plastics, resin and metal surfaces. The Fire Drake shade offers a vibrant warm palette designed for dragon scales, flames, cloth and other details that require a rich orange-red tone with built-in depth.

Advantages

The pre-mixed formula saves time by delivering base coat and wash effects in one product, reducing the need for separate layering and shading steps. It provides good adhesion on common miniature materials and a balanced pigment-to-medium ratio that supports both fast tabletop-ready results and further detailing. The paint is water-based and cleans up with water while offering stable flow and predictable drying for repeatable application across multiple models.

Suitable for

• Quick base-coating and shading of tabletop miniatures
• Painting dragon models, fire effects and warm-toned details
• Hobbyists seeking fast tabletop-ready finishes
• Use on plastic, resin and metal miniatures

Key specifications

• Type: pre-mixed acrylic miniature paint combining base and shade properties
• Finish: semi-matte to satin depending on application thickness
• Compatibility: formulated for use on plastics, resin and metal
• Solvent: water-based (cleans with water while wet)
• Application: brush or airbrush after appropriate thinning

How to use

Shake the bottle well before use to ensure pigments and medium are fully mixed. Apply directly from the bottle with a brush for large coverage or controlled strokes; thinning with a little water or acrylic medium can improve flow for finer details or airbrush application. For best results, prime the miniature with a compatible primer and apply thin successive coats rather than a single heavy layer to preserve surface detail. Allow adequate drying time between coats before applying highlights or additional effects.

Usage recommendations

Test the paint on a spare part or palette to determine the optimal thinning ratio and drying time for your equipment and ambient conditions. Store the bottle upright in a cool, dry place and reseal tightly after use to maintain consistency. When combining with other paints, use compatible acrylics and allow each layer to dry fully to avoid undesirable blending.