Product Details
- Hobby knife
- Glue
- Paint and finishing tools
Historical Context
Tamiya acrylic paints, composed of water-soluble acrylic resins, are perfect for application via brush or airbrush techniques. These paints are suitable for use on various materials like styrene resins, Styrofoam, wood, and the most common plastics used in model building. The paint offers excellent coverage, flows seamlessly, and permits easy blending. Before it sets, this paint can be cleaned off with plain water.
When utilizing an airbrush, it is important to apply one of the following Tamiya thinners:
- Thinner: Items-81020, 81030, 81040, 81520, 87077.
Tamiya bottle paint label meanings and quick tips:
- Airbrushing: The paint can be thinned for airbrushing with Tamiya X-20A Acrylic thinner.
- Finishing: Items 81521 and 81021 (Tamiya X-21 Flat Base) can act as a flattening agent on Tamiya Gloss paints. Simply mix any X-gloss color with flat base in a 1:1 ratio.
- Thinner: Tamiya Lacquer Thinner can be used for airbrushing to promote quicker drying and a tougher finish.
- Flattering: For enhanced brush application, utilize Tamiya Paint Retarder (item 87114) for a flawless, smooth brushstroke finish.
About the Brand

Authentic Detailing
This kit offers highly accurate reproductions of the tank's suspension, turret, and gun. It also includes a commander figure for added realism.
Tamiya Quality
Known for precision engineering and high-quality molds, ensuring easy assembly and an impressive finished model.
Customization Potential
Builders can choose to replicate historical color schemes or get creative with personalized finishes.
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