Tamiya 81756 Mini Acrylic Paint XF-56 Metallic Grey 10ml - compact bottle for airbrush and brush  [81756]

All-purpose Tamiya XF-56 Metallic Grey for model finishing

Tamiya's XF-56 Metallic Grey acrylic from the 81756 Mini Acrylic Paint line gives modellers a flexible grey with a subtle metallic sheen. Supplied in a 10ml bottle, this water-based acrylic works well for both hand brushing and airbrushing, and covers common modelling materials like styrol resins, Styrofoam, wood, and standard plastics for reliable surface coverage.

Thinning and airbrush advice

When airbrushing, thin Tamiya XF-56 using Tamiya recommended thinners such as 81020, 81030, 81040, 81520, or 87077 to improve flow and finish. Proper thinning helps avoid clogging and delivers a consistent metallic look on small and mid-size scale kits.

Why kit builders use this paint

Easy to apply and blend, this acrylic is a good everyday colour for model builders seeking a neat metallic grey. Its water-based mix makes cleanup straightforward while offering dependable coverage across a variety of modelling surfaces.