Hataka B084 Kaki Français (10ml) – Water-Based Acrylic Paint for Historical Model Kits

Hataka B084 Kaki Français (10ml) is a high-quality water-based acrylic paint, created for modellers seeking authenticity and precision in recreating the details of historic French army vehicles. The color "Kaki Français" has been specially developed by Hataka Hobby to accurately reproduce the shade used on French vehicles during the challenging-to-replicate period of World War II.

Authenticity and Historical Accuracy

Shade B084 – Kaki Français is the classic camouflage used by the French Army between 1935 and 1940, now available in a 10ml bottle. It is ideal for painting miniature tanks, armored cars, and military equipment used during the May 1940 campaign as well as in the earlier period of the build-up of the French Republic's ground forces.

• Country of use: France
• Historical period: World War II (French Campaign 1940, earlier years 1935-1940)
• Model examples: Char B1 bis, Renault R35, Hotchkiss H35, Somua S35, infantry support vehicles and light reconnaissance vehicles.

Product Specifics and Applications

Hataka B084 is part of the Blue Line, designed specifically for brush users. The paint is distinguished by exceptional coverage, excellent adhesion to plastic surfaces, and a smooth matte finish. The product does not require strong thinners – cleaning tools and thinning can be done with water, making it exceptionally safe and convenient even for hobbyists working at home.

• Material: water-based acrylic paint
• Volume: 10ml – ideal for completing one or even several medium-sized projects
• Intended use: For brush painting (can also be used with airbrush after proper thinning)
• Category: Acrylic model paint
• Features: Fast drying, no solvent odor, high color durability

Recommendation and Target Group

Hataka paints from the Blue Line series are products I can confidently recommend to both beginners and advanced historical modellers. They are perfect for building French armor models in scales such as 1/35, 1/48 or 1/72, providing not only original color, but also ease of application and lasting results.

• Difficulty level: 1/5 – beginner-friendly, suitable even for those just starting their adventure with scale modeling

By choosing Hataka B084 Kaki Français, you are opting for a faithful reproduction of historical camouflage, versatile use, and the reputation of the Polish manufacturer Hataka Hobby. A must-have for every modeller interested in French World War II equipment!