Tamiya 82112 LP-12 IJN gray (Kure Arsenal) 10ml – model lacquer paint for precise replication of Imperial Japanese Navy warships

The model paint Tamiya 82112 LP-12 IJN gray (Kure Arsenal) 10ml is a professional lacquer specifically developed to recreate the authentic shade of gray used on warships of the Empire of Japan, especially those constructed at the famous Kure Arsenal shipyard. This is a color historically assigned to the Japanese naval fleet, widely used from the 1920s until the end of World War II. It is ideal for painting models of cruisers, battleships, and aircraft carriers such as “Yamato,” “Musashi,” “Akagi,” or “Tone,” which served during the greatest naval battles of this period.

• Product category: high-quality lacquer-based model paint for painting plastic, resin, and metal models
• Color: IJN gray (Kure Arsenal) – historical shade used on Imperial Japanese Navy warships
• Jar capacity: 10 ml (glass jar guarantees longer product durability and easier storage)
• Base material: synthetic lacquer that ensures durability, high abrasion resistance, and even, streak-free coverage
• Recommended application method: airbrush (allows for perfectly smooth surfaces and thin, realistic layers)
• Historical period of use: interwar period and World War II, mainly 1921–1945
• Color origin: Japan – originally used at the Kure shipyard, one of the most important centers of Japanese warship construction

Tamiya LP-12 paint is an indispensable choice for modelers building Japanese warship models in 1/700, 1/350, or 1/200 scale. This lacquer offers excellent adhesion both to new and previously-painted surfaces, while not obscuring details—so even the finest details remain visible after painting. It is recommended to use the appropriate Tamiya LP series thinner to maintain the product's optimal properties.

We recommend this product for both beginner modelers (level 2/5) and advanced ship modeling enthusiasts who value historical authenticity and high-quality finishes. Tamiya LP-12 IJN gray (Kure Arsenal) guarantees a perfect result in models of Japanese warships, fully compliant with the historical color standards of the World War II period.