Tamiya AS12 Bare-Metal Silver (86512) – Spray Paint for Aircraft Modelers 100 ml

Discover the professional model paint Tamiya AS12 Bare-Metal Silver (86512), designed to reproduce the realistic look of unpainted metal, often seen on military and civilian aircraft. This is a top-quality modeling spray created by the renowned Japanese manufacturer – Tamiya, a leader in the paints and accessories industry for plastic modelers.

Product Features:

• Capacity: 100 ml – an efficient amount that allows you to cover even larger models in 1/48, 1/32, or 1/24 scales.
• Purpose: primarily intended for aircraft models from various historical periods – World War II, the post-war era, and modern times, where the original surface of airplanes was often bare metal.
• Finish: authentic, satin metal effect – perfect for painting aircraft fuselages, metal panels, and accessories.
• Material: based on a synthetic acrylic lacquer, ensuring durability and quick drying while minimizing the risk of runs and loss of model details.
• Ease of use: the advanced spray applicator allows for the application of thin and even coats without the need for an airbrush.
• Application: also suitable for painting car models and military vehicles where a raw aluminium or steel effect is required.

Historical Application

Tamiya AS12 is perfect for recreating the classic metallic finish of aircraft used by the USA, UK, Japan, or the USSR, especially models such as the P-51 Mustang, Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, or Soviet bombers – from both World War II and the early Cold War years.

Modeling Category

• Model spray paint – dedicated to plastic scale models and models made from other materials, including resin and 3D printed parts.

Who is it recommended for?

Tamiya AS12 Bare-Metal Silver is an excellent choice for both beginner and advanced aircraft modelers as well as enthusiasts of other modeling fields. It is especially appreciated by those seeking an authentic, subtly shimmering metal effect without specialist equipment. The paint is highly abrasion-resistant and adheres well to various surfaces.

Level of application difficulty: 1/5

We highly recommend this product for finishing high-end models – you’ll achieve a professional result without the need for an airbrush or advanced painting techniques.