The bottle contains 23 ml of Tamiya X-19 Smoke acrylic hobby paint, designed specifically for precise modeling. An alcohol-based acrylic paint, it features a moderate odor intensity (●●○○○) and high quality, ensuring durable and attractive finishes on plastic surfaces and other modeling materials.
Technical Specifications
Type: alcohol-based acrylic hobby paint
Volume: 23 ml
Color: X-19 Smoke – dark, translucent smoke tint
Odor intensity: moderate
Recommended thinner: Tamiya X-20A (mix ratio 1:1 when airbrushing)
Tamiya X-19 Smoke is ideal for painting plastic models, especially when a subtle darkening or transparent smoky effect is desired. It performs well both with brush painting and airbrushing.
Brush Painting
It is recommended to apply a primer first to improve adhesion and durability (e.g., Tamiya Surface Primer).
On small surfaces, the paint can be used straight from the bottle without thinning.
For larger areas, a light water thinning is advised.
The paint should be thinned 1:1 with Tamiya X-20A thinner to ensure smooth flow and minimize nozzle clogging.
When using an airbrush, it’s recommended to wear respiratory protection, such as a mask and extraction chamber.
It is also possible to thin the paint more strongly with other thinners, but this may result in a more intense smell and increased irritation.
Color Compatibility and Mixing
Tamiya paints, including X-19 Smoke, are compatible with other Tamiya acrylic paints marked with the X- or XF- symbols. Model instructions often recommend mixing colors in specific proportions to achieve the desired effect. For example, a 2:1 mixture of XF-1 and XF-4 allows for precise shade matching.
Surface Preparation
Before painting, surfaces of models should be thoroughly cleaned and degreased. Applying paint without a primer may result in weaker adhesion and less durable coating, especially when using a brush.
