Hataka HTK-B284 UN Blue (FS35250) 17ml – acrylic model paint

Hataka HTK-B284 UN Blue (FS35250) 17ml is a high-quality water-based acrylic paint designed for modelers who appreciate perfect reproduction of historical and modern vehicle and aircraft colors. The UN Blue (FS35250) color, according to the Federal Standard code, is a faithful replica of the distinctive blue used by both military and civilian UN units, applied to armored vehicles, personnel carriers, helicopters, and aircraft marked as United Nations peacekeeping forces.

Historical background and use of the color

The UN Blue color has been widely used from the Cold War era up to the present day, primarily by UN peacekeeping forces operating in conflict zones worldwide—from the former Yugoslavia, across Africa, to Haiti and the Middle East. It was most commonly seen on military vehicles used by the United States, France, United Kingdom, Canada, and Sweden, who took part in peacekeeping missions as part of UN contingents. Examples include vehicles such as the M113, BTR-60, Leopard 1, as well as UH-1 helicopters or C-130 Hercules aircraft.

Product characteristics

• Capacity: 17 ml – efficient bottle with convenient dropper
• Manufacturer: renowned Polish brand Hataka Hobby
• Version: Blue Line – perfectly optimized for brush painting, also suitable for novice modelers
• Type: acrylic paint, water-thinned – safe to use, does not emit strong fumes
• Excellent adhesion to plastic, resin, metal, and other materials with proper surface preparation
• The color provides ideal coverage and precisely matches the UN FS35250 standard

Category and recommendation

Hataka HTK-B284 UN Blue belongs to the category of acrylic model paints for brush application. It is recommended both for beginners and advanced modelers interested in dioramas, military vehicles, and aircraft models in UN colors, as well as anyone who values historically accurate paint schemes. It is also excellent for minor touch-ups, retouching, detailing, as well as larger surfaces.

Difficulty level: 1/5 – very easy to use (does not require specialist skills or equipment).

Why choose Hataka HTK-B284 UN Blue (FS35250)?

High quality, great coverage, color precision, convenience, and safety make this paint an excellent choice for any modeler building UN vehicles or projects inspired by modern peacekeeping operations and patrols. I definitely recommend it as an essential part of any modeling paint palette!