Overview
Tamiya XF-56 Metallic Grey is a unique flat acrylic paint that combines subtle metallic particles with a matte finish to create realistic unpainted metal, gun metal, and industrial machinery effects. This specialized shade is perfect for representing weathered steel, machinery components, gun barrels, and metal surfaces that have a subtle metallic sheen without high reflectivity.
Part of Tamiya's XF flat acrylic series, this larger 23ml bottle delivers a distinctive metallic grey appearance that differs from standard metallics by maintaining a more subdued, realistic finish. The water-based formula works well for both brush application and airbrushing, making it versatile for various metal representation needs.
Key Features
- Subtle metallic particles in flat base
- Water-based acrylic formula
- Matte metallic finish
- Realistic bare metal effect
- Brush and airbrush compatible
- Larger 23ml bottle size
Performance Benefits
- Unique metallic flat effect
- Realistic machinery finish
- Excellent gun metal representation
- Good weathered steel appearance
- Smooth application
Usage Notes
- Stir thoroughly as metallic particles settle
- Thin with Tamiya X-20A for airbrushing
- Use Lacquer Thinner for faster cure
- Water cleanup while wet
- Shake vigorously before use
Technical Specs
- Color: Metallic Grey
- Finish: Flat/Metallic (XF series)
- Volume: 23ml
- Type: Water-based acrylic
- Application: Brush or airbrush
- Manufacturer: Tamiya
- Item Number: 81356
What's Included
- One 23ml bottle of Tamiya XF-56 Metallic Grey Flat Acrylic Paint
Summary
Tamiya XF-56 Metallic Grey flat acrylic paint offers unique matte metallic effects for machinery, gun metal, and industrial subjects. The larger 23ml bottle provides excellent value for specialized metal representation projects.
