Tamiya Acrylic Paints

Tamiya Acrylic Paints for Scale Models and Hobby Projects

Discover the complete range of Tamiya acrylic paints, the world's most trusted modeling paints for over 50 years. These premium water-based acrylic paints deliver exceptional coverage, vibrant colors, and smooth application for plastic model kits, miniatures, RC models, and all hobby projects.

X-Series Gloss Acrylic Paints

Achieve brilliant, high-shine finishes with our X-series gloss paints including essential colors like X-01 Black, X-02 White, X-07 Red, X-04 Blue, and X-05 Green. Additional vibrant colors include X-06 Orange, X-08 Lemon Yellow, X-09 Brown, and X-17 Pink.

Metallic X-Series Colors

Create stunning metallic finishes with X-11 Chrome Silver, X-12 Gold Leaf, X-10 Gun Metal, X-31 Titanium Gold, X-32 Titanium Silver, X-33 Bronze, X-13 Metallic Blue, and X-34 Metallic Brown.

Specialty X-Series Colors

Expand your palette with specialty shades including X-03 Royal Blue, X-14 Sky Blue, X-15 Light Green, X-28 Park Green, X-16 Purple, X-18 Semi-Gloss Black, and X-19 Smoke.

Clear X-Series Colors

Create transparent effects and protective coatings with X-22 Clear, X-23 Clear Blue, X-24 Clear Yellow, X-25 Clear Green, X-26 Clear Orange, and X-27 Clear Red for canopies, lenses, and tinted effects.

XF-Series Flat Acrylic Paints

Achieve authentic matte finishes for military models with our XF-series flat paints including XF-01 Flat Black, XF-02 Flat White, XF-03 Flat Yellow, and XF-04 Yellow Green. The X-21 Flat Base allows you to convert any gloss paint to a flat finish.

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Why Choose Tamiya Acrylic Paints?

Tamiya has been the gold standard in modeling paints since 1974, trusted by professional modelers and hobbyists worldwide. These water-based acrylic paints feature superior pigment density, excellent adhesion to plastic and other surfaces, smooth brushability, and fast drying time. Each 23ml bottle provides consistent color and coverage, and the paints can be thinned with Tamiya Acrylic Thinner or water for airbrushing applications.

Versatile Applications for All Modeling Projects

Tamiya acrylic paints work beautifully on plastic model kits including military armor, aircraft, ships, automotive models, figures, miniatures, RC cars and trucks, Gundam models, dioramas, and all hobby projects. The X-series gloss paints are perfect for automotive finishes, aircraft, and glossy surfaces, while XF-series flat paints excel on military vehicles, weathered subjects, and matte finishes. The extensive color range ensures you'll find the perfect shade for any project.

For complete product information, color charts, and painting techniques, visit the official Tamiya USA website.

Application Tips for Best Results

Tamiya acrylic paints can be applied straight from the bottle for brush painting or thinned for airbrushing. For brush painting, use soft brushes and apply thin coats, allowing each layer to dry before adding additional coats. For airbrushing, thin with Tamiya Acrylic Thinner at a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio depending on desired consistency, and spray at 15-20 PSI. The paints dry quickly to a durable finish and clean up easily with water or Tamiya Acrylic Thinner. Always shake bottles thoroughly before use to ensure proper pigment distribution. For best adhesion, apply over properly prepared and primed surfaces. Use X-21 Flat Base to convert gloss paints to flat finishes, or X-22 Clear for protective gloss coatings.