Tamiya XF12 J.N. Grey (81712) Acrylic paint 10ml is a high-quality acrylic modeling paint, specifically designed for painting plastic, resin, or metal models in scales such as 1/72, 1/48, 1/35, and many others. The product is made by the renowned Japanese company Tamiya, known among modelers worldwide for its highest production standards of modeling chemicals. This water-based acrylic paint features excellent adhesion, durability, and strong coverage, allowing for realistic painting effects on various modeling surfaces.

The color XF12 J.N. Grey replicates the characteristic Japanese grey used by the Imperial Japanese Navy during World War II. This color was widely employed for painting decks and internal and external surfaces of warships, such as Kagero-class destroyers, Mogami-class cruisers, or the Akagi aircraft carrier. Thanks to this paint, modelers can accurately reproduce the original paint scheme of historical models from that era.

• Capacity: 10 ml
• Type: acrylic paint for models
• Color: J.N. Grey (Imperial Japanese Navy grey)
• Manufacturer: Tamiya (Japan)
• Historical period: World War II
• Use: models of ships, vehicles, and aircraft used by Japan between 1937–1945
• Material: water-based acrylic paint that requires a thinner – recommended is Tamiya X-20A and the addition of Tamiya Retarder for an ideally smooth surface
• Category: acrylic paints for model making

Tamiya XF12 J.N. Grey paint is renowned for its excellent pigmentation and can be applied both with a brush and an airbrush. It dries quickly, emits very little odor, and cleaning tools after use is easy. We recommend this product for modelers at all levels of expertise: from beginners to advanced. This color is perfect for creating authentic replicas of Japanese ships or military vehicles from the World War II era.

Difficulty of use: 1/5 – this paint is also recommended for beginner modelers due to its ease of application and wide compatibility with other Tamiya modeling products.