Hataka HTK-B221 Willow Green (FS14187, ANA 503) – Acrylic Model Paint (17ml)

Hataka HTK-B221 Willow Green (FS14187, ANA 503) is a high-quality, water-based acrylic paint for scale models, offered in a convenient 17ml dropper bottle. This product comes from the renowned Blue Line series by Hataka Hobby, which has been specially optimized for modelers who prefer brush painting. The Willow Green shade corresponds to the authentic FS14187 (ANA 503) color, widely used in United States military aviation during World War II and directly after its conclusion.

Purpose and Color History

Willow Green (FS14187, ANA 503) was the official shade used on various components of American military aircraft, including cockpit details, landing gear bays, or technical markings on both fighter and bomber aircraft. Since the 1940s, this color has been associated with the classic interior finishes of Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, North American P-51 Mustang, and Douglas C-47 Skytrain aircraft. It was used during World War II and in postwar servicing for USAAF and USAF.

Product Specification

• Water-based acrylic paint, ready to use with a brush
• Shade: Willow Green (FS14187, ANA 503) – compliance with U.S. military standard
• Volume: 17ml, convenient dropper bottle
• Suitable for plastic, resin, and metal (scale models, miniatures, dioramas)
• Fast-drying, safe odorless formula
• Contains no hazardous solvents, scratch-resistant when dry

Product Category and Recommendation

This product belongs to the category: model accessories – acrylic paints for models. It is recommended for both beginner and advanced aircraft modelers, especially those interested in historical WWII replicas. It allows for accurate reproduction of details on 1/72, 1/48, and 1/32 scale plastic models, as well as resin models and miniatures.

Difficulty Level: 1/5

Hataka Blue Line paint is easy to use and does not require any special painting skills. The high-quality pigment and excellent coverage ensure professional results, even with little experience.