Acrylic Paint Vallejo Rust Colour 73.117 35 ml for Models and Miniatures

Vallejo Rust Colour 73.117 is a 35 ml acrylic paint formulated for models and miniatures, designed to reproduce realistic rust and weathering effects. The paint uses finely milled pigments chosen for permanence and light fastness, offering consistent pigmentation and smooth coverage for surface detailing on vehicles, armour, dioramas and scale models. The water-based formula allows easy thinning for airbrush use and straightforward brush application, while tools and equipment are cleaned with water.

Advantages

This acrylic rust colour provides stable, even pigmentation and good adhesion to typical modelling surfaces. The extra-fine pigment milling improves blending and enables subtle transitions and layers for realistic weathering. The water-based formula is compatible with brushes and airbrushes after appropriate thinning and can be combined with complementary pigment products to achieve different textures such as dry dust, built-up dirt or volumetric mud effects.

Suitable for

• Weathering and rust effects on plastic, resin and metal models
• Surface detailing on scale vehicles, armour and dioramas
• Airbrush and brush application after thinning
• Combining with pigments, binders or thinners for varied textures

Key specifications

• Volume: 35 ml
• Type: Acrylic, water-based paint
• Finish: Matt natural rust tone suitable for weathering
• Pigment: Extra-fine milling for smooth blending and layering
• Application: Brush or airbrush (thin for airbrush use)
• Cleanup: Water-soluble for cleaning tools and brushes

How to use

Shake the bottle before use to ensure even pigment suspension. Apply directly with a brush for localized rust effects or thin with appropriate water or acrylic thinner for airbrush application. Build up thin layers to achieve depth and realism; allow each layer to dry before adding further weathering or washes. For integrative effects, combine with powdered pigments, thinner or pigment binder according to the desired texture and adhesion.

Usage recommendations

Test the paint on a scrap piece of the same material before applying to the model. For subtle dust and dry mud, apply powdered pigments dry and fix with thinner; for textured, volumetric mud use pigment binder mixed with pigments. Store the bottle closed in a cool, dry place and clean tools promptly with water after use.