Vallejo VAL71196 – Soviet Air Force Pre-War to 1941 (Model Air Paint Set)
Recreate authentic early-war Soviet aviation schemes with the Vallejo VAL71196 Soviet Air Force Pre-War to 1941 GPW Paint Set. This 8-color Model Air collection captures the exact tones used on Red Air Force aircraft during the pre-war years and the opening stages of the Great Patriotic War (WWII). Ideal for scale modelers building I-16s, MiG-3s, SB-2s, Pe-2s, and other VVS aircraft from this period.
Product Info:
Formulated in the Vallejo Model Air range, these paints are pre-thinned for smooth, consistent airbrush performance, while remaining brush-friendly. The palette is based on documented Soviet aviation color standards, ensuring historically accurate finishes for both museum-quality builds and tabletop projects.
Set Includes (8 × 17ml Bottles):
A curated range of early VVS colors such as:
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Soviet Light Blue underside tones
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Protective Green and early-war upper surfaces
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Pre-war greys and camo shades
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Interior greens and structural colors
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Highlight and shadow tones for modulation
(Exact Vallejo names and reference codes listed on the product box.)
Features:
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Authentic Early-War Soviet Colors: Accurate tones for pre-1941 and early GPW aircraft schemes.
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Airbrush-Ready Formula: Smooth, reliable application ideal for both basecoats and detailed work.
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Versatile Uses: Perfect for fighters, bombers, trainers, reconnaissance aircraft, and diorama elements.
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High-Pigment Acrylics: Durable finish that supports shading, weathering, and fine detailing.
Why Choose Vallejo VAL71196 Soviet Air Force Pre-War to 1941?
This set provides all the essential colors needed to paint Soviet aircraft from the pre-war and early WWII period with precision and authenticity. Whether you're depicting a Battle of Khalkhin Gol fighter or an early-war MiG-3 scrambling to defend Moscow, this palette delivers professional results every time.
