Acrylic Model Paint VALLEJO 73.109 Grey 35 ml – hobby paint for miniatures and models

VALLEJO 73.109 Grey is a 35 ml water-based acrylic model paint formulated for painting miniatures, scale models and hobby projects. Designed for brush or airbrush application, it offers even pigment distribution and fast drying suitable for basecoats, layers and detailed work. The formulation is compatible with acrylic thinners and standard modelling techniques, and tools are cleaned with water.

Advantages

This grey acrylic provides consistent coverage and good flow for both hand brushing and airbrushing. Its fine milled pigment gives smooth application and reliable lightfastness for display models. The water-based formula dries quickly and allows for layering, shading and weathering without long waiting times. It is compatible with common modelling products such as thinners, binders and pigment effects for integrated finishing workflows.

Suitable for

• Painting miniatures and wargaming figures
• Basecoats and mid-tones on scale models (vehicles, aircraft, ships)
• Detailing, shading and light weathering effects
• Dioramas and terrain elements requiring neutral grey tones

Key specifications

• Type: water-based acrylic model paint
• Volume: 35 ml
• Colour: neutral grey suitable for basecoats and shading
• Application: brush and airbrush compatible
• Drying: fast-drying formulation for layered work
• Compatibility: mixes with acrylic thinners, binders and pigment products

How to use

Shake the bottle before use to ensure uniform pigment suspension. For brush application use directly or thin slightly with water or an appropriate acrylic thinner to improve flow. For airbrushing strain the paint and thin according to your airbrush specifications. Apply in thin, even coats, allowing each layer to dry before adding subsequent coats or weathering effects. Clean brushes and tools with water immediately after use.

Usage recommendations

For weathering and texture effects, combine this grey with Vallejo pigments and Pigment Binder to create realistic dust, mud and erosion. Use thinner for subtler dust washes and fix pigments with binder where volume or adherence is required. Test mixes on a spare surface to confirm opacity and drying behaviour before working on finished models.