{"product_id":"vallejo-model-air-a-14-steel-grey-71-336-18ml-airbrush-paint","title":"Vallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336 18ml Airbrush Paint","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336 – Soviet Aircraft Interior Color\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGetting the right grey for Soviet aircraft interiors can be harder than it looks. A color that is too dark can swallow cockpit detail, while a grey that is too blue or too neutral can feel out of place once washes and dry brushing are added. \u003cstrong\u003eVallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336\u003c\/strong\u003e gives modelers a ready-to-airbrush matte acrylic matched to the A-14 Steel Grey reference used in Soviet aviation modeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cool steel grey is especially useful for cockpit walls, wheel wells, landing gear bays, internal frames, structural parts, and small aircraft details where a clean interior tone needs to stay visible after weathering. Because it belongs to the Vallejo Model Air range, it is formulated for smooth airbrush application while preserving panel lines, rivets, raised details, and molded textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy This A-14 Steel Grey Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorically useful Soviet aviation color:\u003c\/strong\u003e A-14 Steel Grey is a key reference for Soviet aircraft interiors and related detail work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAirbrush-ready acrylic formula:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for smooth airbrush application straight from the bottle in many setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatte finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates a realistic scale appearance and a good surface for washes, dry brushing, and detail painting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine pigment structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps keep small cockpit, wheel well, landing gear, and structural details visible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible workflow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be adjusted with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner or Flow Improver when extra smoothness or fine-line control is needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoviet aircraft cockpit interiors and instrument panel areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel wells, landing gear bays, doors, and internal aircraft frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall mechanical details that need a cool grey interior tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePanel interiors before pin washes, dry brushing, or chipping effects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale model subjects where an FS 26187-style steel grey is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTouch-ups and detail painting when a brushable Model Air grey is useful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBeyond the Label\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336\u003c\/strong\u003e is not limited to cockpit interiors. It can also be used for landing gear bays, exposed structural areas, mechanical details, service panels, and subtle grey highlights on Soviet or Russian aircraft projects. On 1\/72 and 1\/48 scale aircraft, it gives enough contrast to remain visible after weathering without overpowering the model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a more realistic finish, apply A-14 Steel Grey as the main interior tone, then use a darker grey-brown wash to define recessed panel lines and corners. After that, lightly dry brush raised edges with a pale grey or light neutral tone to bring out switches, frames, ribs, and molded cockpit detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVallejo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel Air\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA-14 Steel Grey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Vallejo Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71.336\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e71336\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEAN \/ Barcode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8429551713368\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Reference\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFS 26187\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18ml \/ 0.6 fl oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePaint Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater-based acrylic Model Air paint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEyedropper bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAirbrushing Soviet aircraft interiors, wheel wells, landing gear bays, and structural components\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Surfaces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimed plastic, resin, and metal model surfaces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePro Tips from the Studio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse Case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpert Recommendation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended PSI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStart around 15–20 PSI and adjust based on your airbrush, needle size, and distance from the model.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThinning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel Air can often be sprayed directly, but add Vallejo Airbrush Thinner for smoother flow or very fine work.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlow Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdd a small amount of Vallejo Flow Improver if you experience tip dry during longer airbrushing sessions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface Prep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApply over a clean, primed surface for better adhesion and a more even finish.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLayering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild coverage with thin coats instead of flooding cockpit or wheel well details.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlush the airbrush with Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner after use to reduce residue and tip dry.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExpert Tip for Soviet Cockpits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor WWII Soviet interiors, spray \u003cstrong\u003eVallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336\u003c\/strong\u003e as the base color, then apply a controlled dark wash around raised frames, pedals, sidewall detail, and instrument panel edges. 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