Tamiya AS1 Dark Green (86501) – 100 ml Spray Paint for Aircraft Modelers

Tamiya AS1 Dark Green (86501) is a high-quality spray paint created for demanding modelers who are passionate about replicating historical and modern aircraft with maximum attention to detail and authenticity. This product is specifically designed for painting plastic models—whether in 1/72, 1/48, 1/32, or even 1/24 scale—enabling precise coverage of large wing, fuselage, and other aircraft surfaces without leaving streaks or runs.

Tamiya AS1 Dark Green (86501) is a shade of green mainly used on British Royal Air Force (RAF) aircraft during World War II. This color faithfully represents the shade seen on such aircraft as the Supermarine Spitfire, Hawker Hurricane, or Avro Lancaster. The paint is ideal for historic reconstructions from the years 1939–1945, as well as for modern models requiring a deep, matte military green corresponding to the RAF palette.

• Capacity – 100 ml, sufficient to cover a large area
• Purpose – mainly plastic models (but also suitable for wood, metal, and resin after proper surface preparation)
• Color conforms to historical RAF standards (WWII, Western Europe)
• Very finely milled pigment – precise, solid, and uniform coverage without streaks
• Ultra-fast drying time – touch dry after 10 minutes, fully cured after about an hour
• Solvent-based acrylic paint, featuring scratch resistance and excellent adhesion

The product belongs to the category: model spray paints. Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty of use: 2/5) – allows for quick and impressive coverage without the need for an airbrush, significantly speeding up modeling work. Thanks to its specially formulated composition, the paint minimizes the risk of flooding details, maintaining crisp panel lines and a durable finish.

We recommend Tamiya AS1 Dark Green (86501) to modelers interested in realistic reproduction of World War II historic aircraft, as well as to diorama and aviation project builders who value the highest quality finish and ease of application. Try this paint if you expect professional results and faithful reproduction of historic colors!