A small bottle with a capacity of 10 ml contains Tamiya XF-52 acrylic hobby paint in Flat Earth color. This alcohol-based paint features a moderate odor (●●○○○), making it comfortable to use both with brushes and airbrushes.
Product Features
Type of paint: acrylic, solvent-based (alcohol-based)
Capacity: 10 ml
Color: Flat Earth (muted brown shade, ideal for painting ground, terrain, and military vehicles)
The Tamiya XF-52 paint is dedicated to precise painting of plastic models—especially military kits, vehicles, and landscape elements. Due to its compatibility with the Tamiya color system, this paint works perfectly with Tamiya painting guides, which use XF designations (e.g., XF-1, XF-4). Mixing colors to create custom shades is also possible.
Surface Preparation
Before painting, surfaces should be thoroughly cleaned and degreased.
It is recommended to apply a model primer, such as Tamiya Surface Primer, to improve paint adhesion and topcoat quality.
Painting Techniques
Brush Painting
For small areas, the paint can be used straight from the bottle without thinning.
For larger surfaces, it is advisable to dilute the paint lightly with water.
Adding Tamiya Acrylic Paint Retarder extends the drying time, making it easier to work during longer painting sessions.
Airbrushing
Paint should be diluted at a 1:1 ratio with Tamiya X-20A.
This dilution provides optimal flow through the nozzle, reducing the risk of clogging the airbrush.
Alternatively, more aggressive thinners such as Lacquer Thinner or Mr. Levelling Thinner can be used to improve flow, though they have a stronger odor.
It is recommended to use respiratory protection, especially a mask, and work in a well-ventilated area or spray booth with exhaust extraction.
Color Compatibility and Mixing
Our acrylic hobby paints from Tamiya are highly compatible with other products in the same line. Color numbers are designated by the XF prefix, making it easy to identify and coordinate shades. Model painting instructions often specify mixing ratios (e.g., XF-1:2 + XF-4:1), allowing for precise color formulation.
