Hataka HTK-AS04 US Army Air Force paint set 4x17ml – Set of acrylic paints for USAAF aircraft models

The Hataka HTK-AS04 US Army Air Force paint set 4x17ml is an excellent choice for any aircraft modeler striving for an accurate recreation of the camouflage used on United States Army Air Force planes during World War II. Developed by the renowned manufacturer Hataka Hobby, the set includes four authentic historic colors used on USAAF aircraft between 1939 and 1945.

• HTK-A004 — US Olive Drab (early): used until 1943 as the primary upper surface color for USAAF aircraft, including the legendary P-40 Warhawk and B-17 Flying Fortress.
• HTK-A019 — Medium Green: applied locally over Olive Drab backgrounds during the early years of the war, especially on edges and surfaces susceptible to aerial detection.
• HTK-A018 — US Olive Drab (late): the post-1943 variant, modified for better weather resistance, seen on aircraft such as the P-51 Mustang and P-47 Thunderbolt.
• HTK-A033 — Neutral Gray: the standard color for lower surfaces in Olive Drab schemes—essential for model realism.

The Hataka HTK-AS04 set belongs to the modeling accessories – water-based acrylic paints category. The products are ready to use and can be thinned with water or a dedicated thinner. Each bottle contains 17 ml of high-quality paint, providing excellent coverage, easy mixing, and durable coating.

This set is especially recommended for modelers building plastic model kits in the popular scales of 1/72, 1/48, and 1/32, interested in faithfully recreating US Army Air Force aircraft from World War II. It is suitable for both beginners and advanced modelers—the application difficulty is rated at 2/5. The paints work perfectly for brush as well as airbrush application, delivering a professional finish even for less experienced enthusiasts.

If you value historical accuracy and a uniform finish for your American military aircraft models from 1939-1945, this set is indispensable in your workshop. Highly recommended as a proven, effective, and easy-to-use product—an ideal gift for any aviation and historical modeling enthusiast!