VALLEJO Game Color 72.061 Khaki is a water-based acrylic paint supplied in an 18 ml bottle and formulated for miniature and model painting. The matt, opaque finish is designed for brush-on use and provides rapid drying, good coverage and a self-leveling film that preserves fine details on plastic, metal and resin miniatures. The Game Color range uses a specially developed resin to increase resistance to frequent handling and is intended for application on previously primed surfaces. Thinning and cleanup are done with water or compatible acrylic media.
Advantages
Khaki from VALLEJO Game Color delivers consistent pigmentation and smooth brushing for basecoats, layering and detail work. The formulation offers strong adhesion to common miniature materials, rapid drying and a durable matt surface suited to gaming figures and dioramas. The water-based formula allows easy thinning and cleaning without solvents.
Suitable for
- Basecoating, layering and detailing on plastic miniatures
- Painting resin and metal figures, including white metal and pewter
- Hobby projects and tabletop gaming miniatures that require durable finishes
- Model-building where a matt, opaque khaki tone is needed
When it may not be suitable
This paint is formulated for use on primed surfaces; applying directly to unprimed plastic, metal or resin may result in reduced adhesion or uneven finish. It is a brush-oriented, water-based acrylic and may not replicate the behavior of airbrush-specific or solvent-based paints in some advanced techniques.
Key specifications
- Type: Water-based acrylic
- Finish: Matt, opaque
- Volume: 18 ml bottle
- Colour: Khaki
- Drying: Rapid drying to a self-leveling film
- Surface compatibility: Primed plastic, resin, steel and white metal
- Thinning and cleaning: Water or acrylic mediums
How to use
Shake the bottle before use to homogenize pigments. Apply Game Color Khaki over a properly primed miniature using a suitable brush for basecoats or detail work. Thin the paint with a small amount of water or an acrylic medium for glazing and layering; for stronger coverage use it undiluted. Allow layers to dry between coats. Clean brushes and tools with water immediately after use.
What to consider before purchase
- Requires a primed surface for optimal adhesion and finish
- Designed primarily for brush application rather than airbrushing
- Water-based formula may require specific varnishing for additional protection
Usage recommendations
For durable tabletop figures, prime with a compatible primer, apply thin multiple coats of VALLEJO Game Color 72.061 Khaki rather than a single thick coat, and protect finished miniatures with an appropriate matt varnish. Use water or acrylic thinners for controlled layering and to preserve fine detail.
