The Story
RLM 78 in its later 1942 tone — the Luftwaffe's tropical-scheme light blue as the shade evolved through the desert war. For mid-war North African and Mediterranean airframes, this is the accurate underside blue to sit beneath the sand.
At a glance
- AK Interactive 3rd Generation acrylic (ref AK11831), Air Series
- 17ml dropper bottle
- Matt finish with very high pigmentation and coverage
- Non-toxic and water-based — brush or airbrush ready
Best for
- Tropical and Mediterranean Luftwaffe undersides
- Period-accurate RLM 78 in its 1942 shade
- Airbrushing smooth undersurface coats when thinned with water or AK acrylic thinner
High pigment and clean flow give even undersides through the airbrush and easy touch-ups by brush, leaving a matt base ready for weathering.
The mid-war light blue for desert airframes. Pair it with RLM 79 from the AK 3rd Gen range.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
RLM 78 in its later 1942 tone — the Luftwaffe's tropical-scheme light blue as the shade evolved through the desert war. For mid-war North African and Mediterranean airframes, this is the accurate underside blue to sit beneath the sand.
At a glance
- AK Interactive 3rd Generation acrylic (ref AK11831), Air Series
- 17ml dropper bottle
- Matt finish with very high pigmentation and coverage
- Non-toxic and water-based — brush or airbrush ready
Best for
- Tropical and Mediterranean Luftwaffe undersides
- Period-accurate RLM 78 in its 1942 shade
- Airbrushing smooth undersurface coats when thinned with water or AK acrylic thinner
High pigment and clean flow give even undersides through the airbrush and easy touch-ups by brush, leaving a matt base ready for weathering.
The mid-war light blue for desert airframes. Pair it with RLM 79 from the AK 3rd Gen range.
