Vallejo 71289 US Dark Green – acrylic paint for modelers

Vallejo 71289 US Dark Green is a high-quality acrylic paint designed for precise painting of plastic models, resin models, and 3D printed models. This product belongs to Vallejo's renowned Model Air series, which is specially designed for airbrush users but can also be applied with a brush. The US Dark Green shade (catalog number 71289) is an authentic color used on U.S. military vehicles—both during World War II and the early period of the Cold War.

Product characteristics:

• Capacity: 17 ml, the convenient dropper bottle allows precise dosing without risk of spillage.
• Shade: US Dark Green – close to the original military colors used between 1944–1952 on tanks, armored cars, and aircraft of the U.S. Armed Forces.
• Formula: water-based acrylic, non-toxic and odorless, environmentally friendly, and safe for modelers.
• Excellent coverage even in thin layers, fast drying, and very good adhesion to plastic, resin, metal, and 3D printed surfaces.
• Does not leave streaks or brush marks, perfect for historical modeling in scales 1/35, 1/48, 1/72, as well as for aircraft and armored vehicle models.

Historical application

The US Dark Green color recreates the authentic hue often found on American vehicles used during World War II (1939–1945) and in the first years of the Cold War. For example, it was applied on vehicles such as the M4 Sherman, M18 Hellcat, M26 Pershing, or aircraft like the P-47 Thunderbolt and B-24 Liberator.

Product category

• Model acrylic paint for airbrush and brush

Who do we recommend it for?

Vallejo 71289 US Dark Green is a professional modeling paint recommended both for advanced and beginner modelers who value historical accuracy in painting. It works well in military dioramas and models of American vehicles and aircraft from the mid-20th century. Level of use: 1/5 – an ideal choice for learning airbrush painting techniques as well as for advanced diorama projects.

Why is it worth it?

• Precise, historical color reflecting authentic wartime U.S. shades.
• High efficiency, ease of application, and compatibility with other Vallejo products.
• Reliability and deep pigmentation ensure excellent results on any historical model.