Hataka HTK-B104 Traffic Yellow (RAL 1023) – acrylic paint for model making 17 ml

Hataka HTK-B104 Traffic Yellow (RAL 1023) is a high-quality, water-based acrylic paint designed specifically for modelers who prefer brush painting. This intense, vivid shade of signal yellow matches the European RAL 1023 color standard, used in many aviation, military, and civil applications. The product is part of the renowned Hataka Blue Line, providing acrylic paints with excellent coverage and easy application.

Key features of Hataka HTK-B104 Traffic Yellow (RAL 1023):

• Capacity: 17 ml – enough to paint several 1/35, 1/48, 1/72 scale models or larger detail areas
• Type: Water-based acrylic paint intended mainly for brush painting, but can also be used with an airbrush after proper thinning
• Category: Model acrylic paint – dedicated for painting plastic, resin, metal models, and modeling accessories
• Color: Traffic Yellow – corresponding to RAL 1023
• Manufacturer: Hataka Hobby – a Polish manufacturer valued by modelers around the world

Historical and Practical Applications

The shade Traffic Yellow (RAL 1023) has been and continues to be widely used in both military and civilian aviation, especially for marking elements requiring exceptional visibility – including rescue elements, airport vehicles, warning lines, or parts of rescue aircraft. This color can be found on special vehicles of various Western European armies, including Germany, the United Kingdom, and other NATO countries, both during the Cold War and in modern times.

Material and Safety of Use

• The paint is based on modern acrylic resins
• Low odor emission – safe for use even at home
• Can be thinned with water or dedicated acrylic thinners

Recommendation and Difficulty

Hataka HTK-B104 Traffic Yellow (RAL 1023) is particularly recommended for modelers at any skill level – from beginners to advanced. Thanks to its optimized consistency and high pigmentation, it is perfect for precise painting of details and larger surfaces. We rate the usage difficulty as 1 on a scale of 1-5, making it an ideal choice even for those just starting their modeling adventure. Recommended for painting aircraft models, vehicles, and figurines requiring striking yellow details consistent with the original.