Hataka HTK-C144 BS Dark Sea Grey (BS381C:638) – solvent-based model enamel 17ml

Hataka HTK-C144 BS Dark Sea Grey (BS381C:638) from the Orange Line series is a professional model enamel created for the highest demands of plastic and resin modellers as well as all enthusiasts of historical and modern miniatures. This is a solvent-based modelling paint with a capacity of 17 ml, intended for precise painting of models in various scales. Its colour – the original British Standard 381C:638 Dark Sea Grey – perfectly replicates the colour historically used by the United Kingdom's armed forces.

• Product category: Solvent-based model enamel, ideal for application with airbrush and brush.
• Original colour: BS381C:638 Dark Sea Grey – widely used RAF camouflage from World War II to modern times, including on aircraft such as Hawker Hunter, English Electric Lightning, SEPECAT Jaguar, and Tornado GR.1/GR.4. Exceptional colour match to original British schemes.
• Capacity: 17 ml – economical and efficient packaging allows for multiple uses, excellent even for larger scale models in 1/32 or 1/24.
• Base material: Solvent-based paint with reduced odour intensity and less aggressiveness towards plastic surfaces – does not cause cracking, bubbling, or discolouration of modelling plastics.
• Historical usage: Colour used by the United Kingdom and other NATO countries in various periods:
  • World War II – RAF Coastal Command
  • Cold War period – fighters as well as tactical and strategic bombers
  • Modern times – British transport and training aircraft, e.g., Hawk T1
• Ease of use: Thanks to the innovative Orange Line formula, the paint is fluid, easy to mix, and offers perfect coverage, providing excellent control of the painting process both for professionals and intermediate modellers.
• Difficulty level: 1/5 – also beginner-friendly, recommended for learning to work with solvents and airbrushes.

We recommend Hataka HTK-C144 BS Dark Sea Grey to all aircraft modellers making models of British military aircraft from World War II, the Cold War, and modern times in scales 1/72, 1/48, and 1/32. It is perfect for all plastic and resin models, accessories, and dioramas requiring faithful reproduction of the original paint scheme. Highly recommended for those who value accurate historical colours and high application quality.