Tamiya AS16 Light Gray (86516) – Spray Paint for Aircraft Modelers, 100 ml

Tamiya AS16 Light Gray (86516) is a high-quality spray paint designed for modelers specializing in aircraft models. The color is precisely matched to the authentic light gray shade used in aviation, making it an ideal choice for painting replicas of both historic and modern aircraft. Tamiya’s product stands out with excellent coverage and a smooth, uniform finish.

• Capacity: 100 ml – sufficient to cover even large models in popular scales such as 1/32, 1/48, or 1/72.
• Category: Modeling spray paint dedicated for use on plastic, resin, and metal models.
• Aircraft dedicated – the AS16 Light Gray shade is an original color used in United States aviation, perfect for American aircraft such as the F-15 Eagle, F-16 Fighting Falcon, or Navy jets from the Cold War era and modern conflicts.
• Material: acrylic aerosol paint – ensures a durable coating, abrasion resistance, and fast-drying properties.
• Finish: semi-matte, realistic, chip-resistant, easy to varnish and suitable for applying weathering effects.
• Economic use – specially designed nozzle ensures even coverage without runs or dry patches, even on curved surfaces.
• Highly color-matched to FS (Federal Standard) palettes and recommended by aircraft model manufacturers for scales 1/72, 1/48, 1/32.

Tamiya AS16 Light Gray paint is recommended for both beginner and advanced modelers who expect a professional finish without the need for an airbrush. Perfect for scale models and replicas requiring authentic aviation finishing. Using the spray allows for quick and high-quality painting of wings, fuselages, and other large surfaces in a short time.

We recommend this product to all aircraft modelers, enthusiasts of Cold War aircraft replicas, and contemporary USAF and US Navy models. Painting difficulty level: 1/5 – simple and easy to apply, even for those just starting their modeling journey.