Tamiya XF84 Dark Iron (80384) Enamel Paint 10ml – Model Enamel Paint

Tamiya XF84 Dark Iron (80384) Enamel Paint 10ml is a high-quality model enamel, designed for precise painting of details on plastic, resin, and metal models. This product is part of Tamiya's wide range of enamels, highly valued by modelers for its exceptional coverage, durability, and ease of application. XF84 Dark Iron is a dark iron shade, perfect for reproducing realistic weathering effects, metal details, and armor on military models, historical vehicles, dioramas, and figurines.

Product Characteristics

• Volume: 10 ml, contained in a glass jar with a practical screw cap
• Category: Enamel Paint – model enamel
• Manufacturer: Tamiya – a world leader in the modeling industry
• Color: XF84 Dark Iron – excellent for recreating steel and dark iron surfaces
• Composition: Solvent-based (enamel), suitable for brush and airbrush painting
• Application: Plastic, resin, metal (assembly models, figurines, photo-etched parts, and 3D accessories)
• Finish: Semi-matt, allowing for a realistic metal surface effect

Usage and Recommendations

Tamiya XF84 Dark Iron is widely used in historical modeling, especially in building military vehicle models from the World War II era, the Cold War period, and modern times. This shade enables faithful reproduction of wear and steel parts such as tank barrels, tracks, tools, or engine components in 1/35, 1/48, 1/72, and other scales. The excellent adhesion of this enamel is also ideal for detailing photo-etched accessories and resin parts.

The precise pigment and even coverage make Tamiya XF84 recommended for both professionals and advanced hobby modelers. The enamel allows for shading, weathering effects, washes, and dry brushing.

Who is this product for?

• Recommended for experienced and intermediate modelers – difficulty level: 2/5
• Especially useful for painting military equipment, historical figurines, and diorama elements
• Ideal for collectors who value realism and durable finishes

Tamiya XF84 Dark Iron (80384) is a professional enamel with versatile applications. Thanks to its universality, excellent coverage properties, and a wide range of uses, it is a choice that will meet the expectations of even the most demanding modelers.