Vallejo 70185 German Fallschirmjäger Early WWII 8x17ml – set of acrylic paints for figures and models

The Vallejo 70185 German Fallschirmjäger Early WWII 8x17ml set is a specialized collection of 8 high-quality acrylic paints, each with a capacity of 17 ml, dedicated to painting figures and models representing German paratroopers (Fallschirmjäger) from the early period of World War II. The set has been developed to faithfully reproduce the historical uniforms, equipment, and gear of Wehrmacht soldiers, making it an invaluable tool for modelers seeking the most accurate camouflage shades and details appropriate for the years 1939–1942.

Key product features:

• Water-based acrylic paint set, designed for brush and airbrush application.
• The set includes the following colors: 70.845 Sunny Skin Tone, 70.821 German Camouflage Beige WWII, 70.890 Refractive Green, 70.830 German Fieldgrey WWII, 70.964 Field Blue, 70.872 Chocolate Brown, 70.950 Black, 70.346 Splinter Blotches I.
• The paint formula ensures high coverage, excellent adhesion to plastic, resin, and metal surfaces, and easy washability before fully dry.
• Manufactured in Europe by the renowned company Vallejo – the leading brand in the model paints market.
• Product category: set of acrylic paints for painting models and figures.
• Perfect for popular scales such as 1/35, 1/16, or 1/32, especially for figures representing German paratrooper units.

Historical background:

Fallschirmjäger were elite German airborne forces, widely used on World War II fronts during the 1939–1942 campaigns. Their distinctive uniforms and camouflage, based on patterns of the time, are now among the most recognizable motifs in modelling, especially during historical recreations of events such as the invasion of Norway (1940), Operation Mercury in Crete (1941), or the campaign in the Netherlands.

Who is it recommended for?

• Recommended for both beginner and advanced modelers who wish to faithfully recreate early war German paratroopers.
• Thanks to the carefully selected colors, the set facilitates achieving realistic painting effects.
• The application difficulty level is rated 1/5 – the paints are easy to apply and also suitable for people without much experience.

Vallejo 70185 German Fallschirmjäger Early WWII 8x17ml is a highly specialized set that will allow history and modeling enthusiasts to authentically recreate WWII actions with impressive results in every modeling project.