Paint set VALLEJO MERDC Desert Colors — bottle dispenser, 17 ml, colours: US Earth Yellow, US Sand, US Earth Red, US Field Drab, Black, Red

VALLEJO MERDC Desert Colors is a set of acrylic model paints in 17 ml dispenser bottles created for reproducing United States Army MERDC camouflage schemes. The set contains the tones required to represent Gray and Red Desert patterns and is intended for use on plastic, resin and metal scale models.

Advantages

The paints are water-based acrylics supplied in convenient dispenser bottles that allow controlled dispensing and reduce waste. Formulated for model-making, they are compatible with airbrushing, hand brushing and weathering techniques. The colour selection matches historical MERDC desert palettes, enabling realistic camouflage finishes on military vehicle models.

Suitable for

• Airbrushing military vehicle model kits
• Hand brushing details and basecoats on plastic, resin or metal models
• Weathering, shading and camo pattern work on scale models

When it may not be suitable

These paints are formulated for hobby modelling and may require thinning for some airbrush setups; they are not intended as industrial or automotive paints. For very large surfaces or non-porous substrates outside typical model materials, alternative product types may be more appropriate.

Key specifications

• Type: water-based acrylic model paint
• Packaging: 17 ml dispenser bottles
• Colours included: US Earth Yellow, US Sand, US Earth Red, US Field Drab, Black, Red
• Suitable substrates: plastic, resin, metal
• Application methods: airbrush, brush, weathering techniques

How to use

Shake bottles before use. For airbrushing, thin the paint as needed with the manufacturer-recommended thinner to achieve the desired viscosity; test on scrap material first. For hand brushing apply thin, even coats and allow sufficient drying time between layers. Use the colours to reproduce MERDC Gray and Red Desert patterns, applying masks or freehand techniques for camouflage shapes and follow with weathering techniques as required.

What to consider before purchase

• Ensure the included colours match the MERDC pattern you plan to reproduce
• Check that 17 ml bottle size and dispenser style suit your application and airbrush setup
• Consider purchasing suitable thinners, primers and varnishes for best adhesion and finish

Usage recommendations

Allow adequate drying time between coats, thin paints appropriately for airbrushing, and prepare model surfaces with a compatible primer. Use reference images of MERDC Gray and Red Desert schemes to guide accurate colour application and pattern placement.