Paint Set VALLEJO Vallejo Luftwaffe colors pre-war to 1941 – Model Air bottles, 17 ml, assortment of RLM and camouflage shades

VALLEJO Vallejo Luftwaffe colors pre-war to 1941 is a Model Air paint set that gathers authentic pre‑1941 Luftwaffe tones in 17 ml bottles. The collection includes historically based RLM and camouflage shades used on German aircraft from the late 1930s through the early years of World War II, suitable for scale aircraft models and diorama detailing.

Advantages

The set provides a range of historically referenced RLM and camouflage colors formulated for airbrush application while remaining brush‑friendly. Bottles contain 17 ml of acrylic solvent‑based Model Air paint that offers good flow, fine adhesion to typical modelling surfaces, and consistent pigments for reliable colour matching across multiple parts.

Suitable for

• Scale aircraft modelling (pre‑1941 Luftwaffe schemes)
• Historical dioramas and display pieces
• Airbrush and brush painting of small to medium model parts
• Detail painting, panel shading, and camouflage transitions

When it may not be suitable

This Model Air set is focused on Luftwaffe pre‑1941 and early WWII tones; it may not cover later wartime or post‑war Luftwaffe colours. Users needing very large surface coverage or non‑aerospace colour ranges might prefer larger format paints or different colour sets.

Key specifications

• Format: Model Air acrylic solvent‑based paint
• Volume per bottle: 17 ml
• Colour range: historic RLM and camouflage shades (pre‑1941 Luftwaffe)
• Application: airbrush and brush
• Suitable surfaces: plastic, resin, metal (model surfaces)

How to use

Shake bottles well before use. For airbrushing, thin according to manufacturer instructions until the paint achieves recommended viscosity for your nozzle size; apply in thin, even coats allowing each layer to dry. For brushwork, use thin layers to preserve detail and avoid obscuring panel lines. Test colour and adhesion on a scrap surface before applying to final model. Clean tools with appropriate solvent after use.

What to consider before purchase

• Intended historical period — set targets pre‑1941 Luftwaffe schemes
• Required application method — compatible with airbrush and brush techniques
• Amount needed — 17 ml bottles are suited for modelling and detailing, not large‑scale painting
• Surface preparation — ensure models are primed and clean for best adhesion

Usage recommendations

For authentic results, use primers and appropriate thinners recommended for Model Air paints, apply multiple thin coats rather than one thick coat, and consult historical references for correct camouflage patterns and weathering levels when recreating pre‑1941 Luftwaffe aircraft.