Vallejo 71342 Russian AF Light Blue – acrylic model paint for enthusiasts of Soviet aviation

Vallejo 71342 Russian AF Light Blue is a high-quality acrylic model paint from the renowned Model Air series, designed especially for modelers who seek faithful reproduction of the original colors of historic vehicles and aircraft. The “Russian AF Light Blue” shade was developed based on authentic color specifications of Soviet military aviation, making it ideal for painting models of aircraft and helicopters used by the USSR Air Force (Russian Air Force) during World War II and the postwar period—including the Cold War era.

• Category: specialist acrylic paint for airbrush and brush, dedicated to plastic, resin, and metal models.
• Volume: 17 ml bottle fitted with a precision dropper applicator.
• Country of use: Soviet Union (USSR) and satellite states operating Soviet aviation equipment.
• Material: water-based paint using high-quality acrylic resin, non-toxic, safe for the user and the environment.
• Shade: authentic Russian AF Light Blue (Soviet aviation blue), used, among others, as the underside color for MiG, Su-7, Yak-9, Il-2 machines from the 1940s up to the turn of the 20th/21st century.
• Special features: fast-drying paint, excellent coverage, and exceptional durability; once dry, provides a matte finish, realistic for military models.
• Additives: the formula allows easy mixing with other Vallejo shades, which facilitates achieving shading or weathering effects.
• Historical period: perfect for reproducing aircraft and aviation vehicles from World War II, the Cold War, and the early modern era.
• Recommendation: recommended for historical modelers and enthusiasts of Soviet and post-Soviet aviation—both beginners and advanced users. The paint is excellent for creating realistic airplane dioramas and layouts.
• Difficulty level: 1/5 (easy to use).

Vallejo 71342 Russian AF Light Blue is an indispensable choice for any modeler wishing to replicate the authentic colors of Soviet aircraft. Outstanding quality, excellent adhesion, and great working properties make this product highly regarded worldwide. The paint is compatible with most popular modeling surfaces—we recommend it for both airbrush and brush painting.