Humbrol 246 RLM 75 Grauviolett Matt – high-quality model paint

Humbrol 246 RLM 75 Grauviolett Matt is a professional, matte model paint in a grey-violet shade, designed for the reconstruction of historical paint schemes used by the Luftwaffe during World War II. The RLM 75 (Grauviolett) color was developed according to the German military regulations of the Luftwaffe Painting Regulation (Reichsluftfahrt Ministerium – RLM) and played a crucial role in the realistic presentation of aircraft models from that era.

• Product category: Enamel model paint
• Capacity: 14 ml
• Finish type: Matte
• Main applications: Military aircraft models in 1/32, 1/48, 1/72 scale, military vehicles, and World War II historical accessories
• Color: RLM 75 Grauviolett (grey-violet according to Luftwaffe standards)
• Recommended surfaces: Plastic, resin, metal after proper priming

Historical information and usage

The RLM 75 Grauviolett shade was part of the so-called splinter camouflage, widely used on German fighter and bomber aircraft such as the Messerschmitt Bf 109, Focke-Wulf Fw 190, and Junkers Ju 88 during World War II (1939–1945). It was most often applied in combination with the RLM 74 and RLM 76 colors, creating the distinctive camouflage pattern used on the Western and Eastern fronts, as well as during Reich defense operations.

Advantages of Humbrol 246

• Very good coverage and pigment intensity
• Excellent adhesion to different surfaces such as plastic, resin, metal
• Suitable for brush and airbrush application
• Authentic shade in accordance with historical RLM palettes
• Ideal for weathering and realistic surface aging effects

Who is Humbrol 246 paint recommended for?

This product is dedicated to both beginner and advanced modelers. Due to its ease of application, it works very well for reconstructing historic models in scales from 1/144 to 1/32. The difficulty level is rated at 1/5 – the product is easy to use and does not require advanced knowledge of modeling techniques.

Humbrol 246 RLM 75 Grauviolett Matt guarantees historical accuracy and the highest quality model finish, making it a foundation for painting German World War II aircraft.