The Story
Tamiya XF-56 Metallic Grey is a subtle, fine-grained gunmetal with a matt sheen — ideal for aircraft, weapons, machinery and any metal surface that shouldn't look shiny. A realistic, understated metallic.
At a glance
- Flat (matt) metallic acrylic
- 10ml glass jar
- Water-soluble; thins with Tamiya X-20A
- Part of the Tamiya XF (flat) range
Best for
- Aircraft, weapons and machinery
- Realistic non-shiny metal surfaces
- Brushing or airbrushing once thinned
A realistic, understated gunmetal. Sprays smoothest thinned with Tamiya X-20A — worth keeping alongside.

Details & Craftsmanship
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Description
Tamiya XF-56 Metallic Grey is a subtle, fine-grained gunmetal with a matt sheen — ideal for aircraft, weapons, machinery and any metal surface that shouldn't look shiny. A realistic, understated metallic.
At a glance
- Flat (matt) metallic acrylic
- 10ml glass jar
- Water-soluble; thins with Tamiya X-20A
- Part of the Tamiya XF (flat) range
Best for
- Aircraft, weapons and machinery
- Realistic non-shiny metal surfaces
- Brushing or airbrushing once thinned
A realistic, understated gunmetal. Sprays smoothest thinned with Tamiya X-20A — worth keeping alongside.















