Vallejo 71644 French Camo Colors Pre-War & WWII 8 x 17 ml – acrylic paint set for painting models of French military vehicles from the pre-war and World War II periods

The Vallejo 71644 French Camo Colors Pre-War & WWII set contains eight high-quality acrylic paints from the renowned Model Air series, packaged in convenient 17 ml bottles. This selection of shades has been specially chosen to accurately reproduce historic camouflage patterns used by the French army in the 1930s and during World War II. The product is made for both historical modelers and enthusiasts of dioramas or armoured vehicles in scales such as 1/35, 1/48, and 1/72.

• Category: Acrylic model paints for airbrush, themed set
• Years of use: Interwar period, World War II (1919-1945)
• Country: France – French Army
• Usage type: Camouflage for combat vehicles, trucks, artillery guns, and light vehicles
• Materials: Highest quality liquid acrylic paint for thinning
• Included in the set: 8 shades (Ivory RLM05, Light Blue RLM78, Mud Brown, Grey RLM02, Light Green Chromate, Medium Olive, Yellow Olive, Black)

Historical description: French camouflage from the 1930s and World War II was characterized by a lack of strict guidelines—archival sources mention colors such as Bleu, Vert Olive Mat, and Brun. Innovative, multitone schemes (sometimes even five-color) appeared on Renault R35, B1 bis tanks, trucks, and artillery, providing excellent concealment in the European theatre of war, including during the French campaign in 1940.

Technical information: Vallejo Model Air paints are known for their excellent coverage, precise airbrush application, and quick drying. They are safe to use (water-based), odorless, and ensure an authentic scale effect for both advanced and beginner modelers. The set allows you to accurately recreate both classic and unusual camouflage patterns. The shades can be layered, shaded, and blended to achieve a natural weathered and worn effect.

Recommended for: We recommend this product to both advanced and intermediate modelers, World War II history enthusiasts, and fans of French armored vehicles who want the highest level of historical accuracy in their painted models.

Difficulty level: 2/5 – easy to use, perfect for standard modeling practices and airbrush work.