Lifecolor UA577 Dark Gull Grey FS 36231 22ml – Acrylic Paint for Modeling

Lifecolor UA577 Dark Gull Grey FS 36231 22ml is a high-quality acrylic paint from the renowned Italian brand Lifecolor, intended for plastic and resin modeling, among others. The color Dark Gull Grey FS 36231 is a standard color designation according to the FS (Federal Standard) specification, widely used in the military aviation of the United States. This shade of grey was especially popular as the color for cockpits and external elements of many American military aircraft from the Cold War and modern times, including machines such as the F-4 Phantom II, F-14 Tomcat, and C-130 Hercules.

• Capacity: 22 ml
• Category: acrylic modeling paint
• Palette: FS 36231 – Dark Gull Grey
• Historical period: Cold War, modern times
• Application: aircraft modeling 1/72, 1/48, 1/32, military modeling, dioramas
• Country of use: USA and allied countries using American military aircraft
• Material: water-based acrylic paint
• Solubility: water or dedicated Lifecolor thinner
• Intended for: plastic, resin, metal, vinyl, wood, fabric, ceramic

Technical Properties and Advantages:

Lifecolor UA577 provides excellent coverage and a very smooth surface after drying. It is odorless, non-toxic, and easily thinned with water, making it an ideal paint for both beginner and advanced modelers. It works perfectly with an airbrush, but can also be applied successfully with a brush. The paint does not clump when applied over typical primers and fixatives, and works well with other modeling products – varnishes, washes, or pigments.

Historical Application:

The shade Dark Gull Grey FS 36231 is essential for faithfully recreating the cockpits and interiors of American aircraft from the 1960s and later. It is also successfully used for retouching details on aircraft components, vehicles, and in building realistic military dioramas.

Recommendation:

We recommend Lifecolor UA577 to modelers building replicas of American aircraft and vehicles from the Cold War period or modern day. It is the perfect choice for those who value authentic details and professional finishing. Difficulty level: 1/5 – very easy to use, also ideal for beginners.