Top rated Model paints
Here’s a ranking of the top rated Model paints. To give you a quick overview, we’ve added the most important information about each product. This page always stays fresh and updates automatically.
1. Revell Aqua Color
The popular Aqua Color paints are now available in all 88 shades. Model builders no longer have to compromise and can rely on this acrylic paint system for all their color needs.
The advantages of this paint system include Revell Aqua Color paints in innovative 18 ml containers that are ideal for application. The paints can be thinned with water, are low-odor, non-flammable, and contain virtually no organic solvents. There are 88 different colors that can be mixed together. After 2 to 3 hours, the paint is fully dry, and repainting is possible after just one hour, making it six times faster than with enamel paints.
The new colors can be easily painted over with the existing enamel colors (14 ml) after the drying time, but they cannot be mixed together. The paint is also suitable for airbrushing. It is important to note that the paint should not be overly thinned, with a maximum of 20 to 25% water. Ideally, the paint should be thinned with Aqua Color Mix, which also acts as a drying retarder and prevents the paint from drying too quickly in the airbrush. The airbrush should be cleaned immediately with water after use. If the paint has already started to dry, the airbrush can also be cleaned with Airbrush Clean or Aqua Color Clean.
For brush application: The paints are brushable and feature high opacity. Smooth surfaces after brushing are almost as good as when airbrushing. The final result is absolutely comparable to enamel paints and offers exceptional results when brushed.
2. Tamiya Acrylic paint
Excellent quality paint for all varnishing work in model making, for farmhouse painting on wood or also very suitable for glass painting. The non-toxic acrylic paint does not contain any solvents, is lightfast, can be diluted with water and is suitable for spray guns. The colour tone results in a strong, glossy and waterproof surface. Brushes and other tools can be easily cleaned with water.
3. Revell Spray Color
Revell Spray Color are acrylic spray paints that dry very quickly and have a high covering power and scratch resistance. Due to their special composition, Spray Color can also be used to paint polycarbonate bodies of RC cars. For plastic, polycarbonate, wood, metal and ceramics.
Before use, shake for 1 minute, spray at a distance of 20-30cm, repeat the process 2-3 times, then clean the nozzle - finished.
Spray contains extremely flammable aerosol. Container is under pressure: May burst when heated. May cause drowsiness and dizziness. Harmful to aquatic organisms, with long-term effects. If medical advice is required, have packaging or identification label ready. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep away from heat, open flame sparks, hot surfaces. Do not smoke. Keep out of the reach of children.
4. Revell black, matt
Revell Color is a synthetic resin enamel paint that does not attack the plastic surface of model kits. However, the 14 ml paint can, popular among many hobbyists, can also be used to paint a variety of other materials. All shades, except for signal colors, are mixable with each other and can be thinned with Revell Color Mix. This allows the paint to be applied not only with a brush but also with a spray gun.
For cleaning, Revell Painta Clean is used for brushes and Revell Airbrush Clean for the spray gun.
Warning! Not suitable for children under 36 months.
This color shade is used:
as a random paint on many military and civilian aircraft
as a marking and identification color on military and civilian aircraft
as a top coat for night fighters of the Luftwaffe in World War II
for the undersides of Luftwaffe aircraft during night operations instead of light blue RLM 65.
5. Tamiya M-Acr.XF-69 Nato Black
Art. No.: 300081769
Art. Description: XF-69 NATO black matt 10ml
Tamiya XF acrylic colours are made from water-soluble acrylic resins and are ideal for brush painting or application with airbrush sprayers. These colours can be used on polystyrene (PS), ABS, styrene resins, polystyrene, wood and all common model plastics. For better adhesion, Tamiya recommends priming the respective material beforehand. The paint covers well, flows smoothly and is easy to mix. Before hardening, the colour can be washed away with normal water. Colours labelled "XF" have a matt finish, while those labelled "X" are glossy. For use with airbrush sprayers, XF colours should be thinned with Tamiya X-20A Acrylic Thinner. The XF colours can also be thinned with Tamiya lacquer thinner. This enables a faster drying result and a harder surface finish. Adding Tamiya Paint Retarder will give you a smoother paint surface after drying (max. mixing ratio 1:10).
Contents: 10 ml
Signal word: Attention
Hazard statements:
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
6. Tamiya M-Acr. XF-91 IJN Gray (Yokosuka Arsenal)
Art. No.: 300081791
Product Name: XF-91 IJN Gray Yoko.A. Matt 10ml Acrylic
Tamiya X and XF acrylic paints are made from water-soluble acrylic resins and are excellent for brush painting or application with airbrush spray devices. These paints can be used on styrene resins, polystyrene, wood, and all common modeling plastics. For better adhesion, we recommend priming the respective material beforehand. The paint provides good coverage, flows smoothly, and is easy to mix. Before curing, the paint can be washed away with regular water.
Colors labeled with "X" have a glossy finish, while those marked "XF" are matte. For use with airbrush spray devices, the X/XF colors should be thinned with Tamiya X-20A Acrylic Thinner. The X/XF colors can also be thinned with Tamiya Lacquer Thinner, allowing for faster drying results and a harder surface finish. By adding Tamiya Paint Retarder, you can achieve a smoother paint surface after drying (maximum mixing ratio 1:10).
Contents: 10 ml
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements:
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapor.
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
7. Tamiya X1 M schwarz
8. Tamiya M-Acr.XF-72 brown (JGSDF)
Art. No.: 300081772 Product Name: XF-72 Brown Matt JGSDF 10ml Tamiya X and XF acrylic paints are made from water-soluble acrylic resins and are excellent for brush painting or application with airbrush spray equipment. These paints can be used on styrene resins, polystyrene, wood, and all common modeling plastics. For better adhesion, we recommend priming the respective material beforehand. The paint provides good coverage, flows smoothly, and is easy to mix. Before curing, the paint can be washed away with regular water. The colors marked with "X" have a glossy finish, while those labeled "XF" are matte. For use with airbrush spray equipment, the X/XF colors should be thinned with Tamiya X-20A acrylic thinner. The X/XF colors can also be thinned with Tamiya lacquer thinner, which allows for faster drying results and a harder surface finish. By adding Tamiya Paint Retarder, you can achieve a smoother paint surface after drying (max mixing ratio 1:10). Content: 10 ml Signal word: Warning Hazard statements: - H226 Flammable liquid and vapor. - H319 Causes serious eye irritation. - H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
9. Tamiya M-Acr. XF-90 Red Brown 2
Art. No.: 300081790
Art. Description: XF-90 Red-brown 2 matt 10ml acrylic
Tamiya X and XF acrylic colours are made from water-soluble acrylic resins and are ideal for brush painting or for application with airbrush sprayers. These colours can be used on styrene resins, polystyrene, wood and all common model plastics. For better adhesion, we recommend priming the respective material beforehand. The paint covers well, flows smoothly and is easy to mix. Before hardening, the colour can be washed away with normal water.
Colours marked "X" have a glossy finish, while those marked "XF" are matt. For application with airbrush sprayers, the X/XF colours should be thinned with Tamiya X-20A Acrylic Thinner. The X-/XF colours can also be thinned with Tamiya Lacquer Thinner. This enables a faster drying result and a harder surface finish. Adding Tamiya Paint Retarder will give you a smoother paint surface after drying (max. mixing ratio 1:10).
Contents: 10 ml
Signal word: Caution
Hazard statements:
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
10. Tamiya M-Acr.XF-86 Flat Clear
Art. No.: 300081786
Product Name: XF-86 Clear Matt 10ml Acrylic
Tamiya X and XF acrylic paints are made from water-soluble acrylic resins and are excellent for brush painting or application with airbrush spray equipment. These paints can be used on styrene resins, polystyrene, wood, and all common modeling plastics. For better adhesion, we recommend priming the respective material beforehand. The paint provides good coverage, flows smoothly, and is easy to mix. Before curing, the paint can be washed away with regular water.
Colors designated with "X" have a glossy finish, while those marked "XF" are matte. For use with airbrush spray equipment, the X/XF colors should be thinned with Tamiya X-20A Acrylic Thinner. The X/XF colors can also be thinned with Tamiya Lacquer Thinner, which allows for faster drying results and a harder surface finish. By adding Tamiya Paint Retarder, you can achieve a smoother paint surface after drying (maximum mixing ratio 1:10).
Contents: 10 ml
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statements:
- H226 Flammable liquid and vapor.
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
- H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
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