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Discover premium Tamiya Lacquer Paints featuring AS-series military aircraft colors, LP-series 10ml bottles, and TS-series general purpose sprays. From authentic Luftwaffe RLM colors to RAF, USAF, USN, and IJA/IJN schemes, these fast-drying lacquers deliver exceptional coverage and durability for scale models. Achieve professional results when paired with Tamiya Primers and Masking techniques. Official Tamiya USA quality ensures authentic military finishes every time.
Tamiya Lacquer Paints represent the pinnacle of solvent-based hobby finishing systems, offering modelers a comprehensive range of 166 colors across three distinct series designed for professional-grade military and scale model applications. The AS-series features authentic military aircraft colors meticulously researched and formulated to match historical paint schemes from WWII through modern aviation. The LP-series provides 10ml lacquer bottles perfect for brush application and detail work, while the TS-series delivers general purpose lacquer spray paints in 100ml cans for versatile modeling projects. These fast-drying, durable lacquers create exceptionally smooth finishes with superior adhesion to plastic, resin, and properly primed metal surfaces.
The AS-series stands as the industry standard for authentic military aviation finishes, featuring precisely matched colors for Luftwaffe RLM schemes, RAF camouflage patterns, USAF tactical colors, USN carrier aircraft finishes, and IJA/IJN Imperial Japanese schemes. Each 100ml spray can delivers consistent atomization and even coverage, eliminating brush marks and providing factory-quality finishes straight from the can. Popular colors include AS-01 Dark Green (IJA), AS-02 Dark Earth (RAF), AS-12 Bare Metal Silver, AS-18 Light Grey (USAF), and AS-20 Insignia White (USN). These paints work seamlessly over Tamiya Primers to ensure maximum adhesion and color accuracy for competition-level aircraft models.
The LP-series offers 85 colors in convenient 10ml glass bottles, formulated specifically for brush application, airbrush use, and precision detail painting. These lacquers provide the same exceptional durability and finish quality as spray cans while offering greater control for small parts, cockpit interiors, figure painting, and weathering applications. Thin LP-series paints with Tamiya Lacquer Thinner for optimal airbrush performance, typically using a 1:1 to 1:2 paint-to-thinner ratio depending on application method. The range includes essential colors like LP-01 Black, LP-02 White, LP-11 Silver, and specialty shades such as LP-22 Flat Base for creating custom flat finishes from gloss paints.
The TS-series encompasses 48 versatile lacquer spray colors suitable for automotive models, military vehicles, sci-fi subjects, and general hobby applications. Available in 100ml spray cans, these paints deliver smooth, durable finishes with excellent coverage and fast drying times. The series includes popular shades like TS-01 Red, TS-14 Black, TS-26 Pure White, TS-80 Flat Clear for protective matte coats, and various metallic finishes for realistic metal effects. TS-series paints excel in applications requiring quick coverage of large surfaces and work exceptionally well with Masking techniques for multi-color camouflage schemes and complex paint demarcations.
Tamiya Lacquer Paints require proper ventilation and safety precautions due to their solvent-based formulation, but reward modelers with unmatched durability, chemical resistance, and professional finishes. For spray can application, shake cans thoroughly for two minutes, test spray on scrap material, and apply multiple thin coats from 6-8 inches distance rather than single heavy coats. When airbrushing LP-series paints, use appropriate lacquer-compatible airbrush equipment and clean immediately after use with lacquer thinner. These paints can be applied over Tamiya Acrylic Paints once fully cured, though the reverse is not recommended due to solvent sensitivity. For advanced techniques, combine with GSI Creos Surfacer products for seamless integration across premium Japanese modeling paint systems.
For over four decades, Tamiya Lacquer Paints have set the benchmark for military modeling excellence, trusted by competition builders, museum-quality restorers, and serious hobbyists worldwide. The meticulous color research, consistent quality control, and authentic military specifications make these paints the first choice for historically accurate aircraft, armor, and naval models. Each formulation undergoes rigorous testing to ensure fade resistance, chemical stability, and long-term durability that preserves your modeling investment for years to come. Discover the complete Tamiya USA lacquer paint system and experience the superior performance that transforms scale models into museum-worthy masterpieces.