Tamiya X27 Clear Red (81527) Acrylic paint 10ml – Acrylic modeling paint for advanced applications

Tamiya X27 Clear Red (81527) is a high-quality acrylic modeling paint developed especially for modelers who strive for perfect detail reproduction. This product belongs to the renowned Tamiya acrylic paint series, known for its vibrant color palette and excellent adhesion to various surfaces. The clear X27 red is particularly recommended for painting details requiring a glass effect, signal lights, lamp shades, headlights, or markers on model cars, motorcycles, aircraft, as well as military vehicles. Therefore, the paint is widely used in both historical modeling (World War II, Cold War period, modern models) and civilian modeling.

• Capacity: 10 ml
• Type of paint: acrylic, glossy, transparent
• Color: Clear Red – transparent red
• Manufacturer: Tamiya, Japan
• Substrate material: Plastic, resin, metal (it is recommended to use a primer for plastics when painting plastic and metal parts)
• Application: Apply with brush or airbrush
• Thinner: Recommended dedicated Tamiya X-20A and Tamiya Retarder (drying retarder)
• Product type: Acrylic paint for modeling
• Application area: Scale models in 1/24, 1/35, 1/72, 1/48, and other scales

Tamiya X27 Clear Red is known for its very good coverage and short drying time, allowing for multi-layer application without risk of cracking or streaking. By using the appropriate thinners and drying retarder, you can achieve a uniformly spread, glossy coating that resembles real glass or lacquered plastic and metal parts. The product is intended for both beginner and advanced modelers who appreciate hassle-free painting of details.

We rate the difficulty of using Tamiya X27 at 2/5: application is simple, though for best results we recommend practicing paint mixing and airbrush use. We recommend this paint to any modeler who wants to achieve a professional appearance of details with the highest precision and quality of the final effect.