Vallejo 71162 RAF Colors Day Fighters 1941-1945 & P.R.U. is a professional set of 8 high-quality acrylic paints specifically created for painting scale models of Royal Air Force (RAF) aircraft from World War II—both fighter planes (so-called Day Fighters) and reconnaissance aircraft using the distinctive P.R.U. (Photographic Reconnaissance Unit) colors. These paints have been designed for use with an airbrush, allowing for exceptionally realistic and precise finishes on models in 1/72, 1/48, 1/32 scales, and others, depending on the kit.

• Set contents: 8 bottles of 17 ml each — shades: 71.273 Ocean Gray, 71.324 BS Dark Green, 71.307 BS Medium Sea Grey, 71.302 Sky Type S, 71.109 Faded PRU Blue, 71.408 PRU Pink, 71.057 Black, 71.279 Insignia White.
• Historical period: World War II (years 1941–1945).
• Intended use: Models of British fighter and reconnaissance aircraft, including Supermarine Spitfire, Hawker Typhoon, Mosquito and Mustang Mk. III, used by the RAF on European fronts.
• Country of use: United Kingdom.
• Materials: Water-based acrylic paints, featuring low odor, safe and easy to handle and for cleaning tools.
• Category: Acrylic model paint set for airbrush application.
• Additional information: The recreation of the historical color palette results from consultation with aviation experts and historians, meeting the needs of the most demanding modelers. Vallejo paints are known for excellent coverage, durability, as well as ease of mixing and application.
• Recommendation: Especially recommended for advanced modelers and fans of historical aviation replicas who value accurate reconstruction of RAF colors. Also suitable for historical dioramas, model railroading, or battle scene recreations.
• Difficulty level: 2/5 – basic airbrushing skills required; paints are also great for intermediate modelers.

The Vallejo 71162 RAF Colors Day Fighters 1941-1945 & P.R.U. set offered here is an excellent choice for enthusiasts of aviation history and scale modeling, ensuring realistic reproduction of iconic British aircraft from World War II. Vallejo paints are a tried, professional choice, valued for their accurate historical shades, high pigmentation, and ease of use.