Mission Models Light Gull Grey FS 16440, 1oz

Mission Models Professional Acrylic Paint – High-Opacity Formula (1oz)

Mission Models paints represent a significant advancement in water-based acrylic technology. Engineered for the discerning professional, these paints are "triple-pigmented" to provide extraordinary colour depth and industry-leading opacity. Whether applied via airbrush or traditional brush, the result is a silky-smooth, level finish that preserves the finest surface details, making it the premier choice for architectural models, film props, and industrial prototypes.

Applications:

• Architectural Model Making: The ultra-fine pigment structure is designed to sit perfectly on scaled surfaces without "clogging" intricate etched details or 3D-printed textures. Ideal for massing studies, facade finishing, and realistic landscape elements.
• Film & TV Prop Making: A staple for scenic artists and prop builders, these paints are entirely odourless and non-toxic, allowing for comfortable use in enclosed studio environments. The lightfast pigments ensure colours remain vibrant under intense studio lighting.
• Prototyping & Product Design: Specifically formulated to bond with a wide range of materials, including plastics, resins, foams, and metals (when used with the appropriate primer). It is the ideal medium for "look-and-feel" prototypes that require a factory-standard finish.
• Historical & Scale Modelling: Many colours in the range are precision-matched to Federal Standard (FS), RAL, and RLM specifications, ensuring total accuracy for heritage and aerospace projects.

Key Features for Professionals:

• Superior Pigmentation: The triple-pigment loading ensures that even difficult shades (such as whites, yellows, and reds) provide excellent coverage with fewer coats than standard hobby acrylics.
• Innovative Non-Rewetting Formula: Unlike traditional water-based paints, Mission Models will not re-wet or "lift" once cured. This allows professionals to layer, mask, and weather projects with total confidence.
• Modular Performance: The paint is part of a high-performance system. Combine with Mission Models Reducer for ultra-fine airbrushing or Polyurethane Intermix to create an incredibly durable, chip-resistant finish for handled prototypes.
• Climate Resilient: Engineered to perform consistently in a wide "performance envelope," from cold workshops to high-humidity environments, ensuring no "cobwebbing" or dry-tip during airbrushing.
• Eco-Friendly & Safe: Water-based, non-toxic, and free from harsh solvents, meeting the highest safety standards for professional workshops and educational institutions.

Technical Specifications:

• Base: Water-based Acrylic
• Volume: 1oz (approx. 30ml)
• Finish: Varies by colour (typically matt to satin-eggshell)
• Colours: See options
• Application: Optimised for Airbrush; suitable for brush work
• Safety: Odourless, non-toxic, and organic lightfast pigments

Mission Models Light Gull Grey FS 16440, 1oz Key Features:

• Odourless, airbrush or brush ready, water-based premium acrylic paint engineered for scale modellers and graphic artists
• Triple pigmented for incredible coverage and colour depth
• Ultra fine high-end lightfast organic pigments for silky smooth and highly detailed airbrushing
• No additional thinners or reducers for unlimited shelf life* (no more breakdowns, inconsistencies, kick overs) *with proper care and storage
• Water-based acrylic prevents layer re-wetting when brushing allowing creative layer effects and opacity build-up
• High quality pigments allow for superb colour blending
• Wide performance envelope from winter conditions to 105deg Fahrenheit and 90% humidity
• Combined with Mission Models water-based reducer (thinner) greatly simplifies painting and cleaning, ideal for beginners and professionals
• Combined with Mission Models water-based Polyurethane Polymix provides an extremely tough, flexible and smooth egg-shell finish
• Combined with Mission Models water-based primer can be applied on a wide range of surfaces, including plastic kits, lexan, foam, polycarbonate
• Combined with reducer can be used for scale detail washes and tints

Mission Models Light Gull Grey FS 16440, 1oz Tech Specs:

• Shipping Weight: 0.05kg / 0.11lbs

• Paint Size: 1oz
• Age Recommendation: 14+
• Colour: Grey
• Colour Schemes: US Aircraft Modern and WWII
• Material: Paint

• Brand: Mission Models
• Part No: MMPP069
• Barcode: 851775007868