AMMO pigments for realistic weathering effects

AMMO pigments are one of the most versatile tools available for adding convincing texture, depth, and environmental realism to scale models. This collection brings together the full range of dry pigments from AMMO by Mig Jimenez, designed to replicate dust, dirt, rust, soot, ash, and natural earth tones with a level of control that is difficult to achieve using paint alone. Whether you build armor, aircraft, vehicles, sci-fi subjects, or dioramas, these pigments allow you to finish your models with a grounded, believable look.

Unlike washes or filters, pigments work as physical material on the surface, which makes them ideal for representing accumulated grime, dried mud, or fine dust deposits. Used correctly, they help transform a clean paint job into something that looks exposed to real environments and operational wear.

What’s in this collection

This collection includes the complete spectrum of AMMO pigments, offered both as individual colors and as curated sets. Each pigment is finely milled for smooth application and realistic scale texture.

  • Earth and soil tones such as light dust, dark earth, European soil, desert sand, and dried mud
    These shades are ideal for lower hulls, running gear, tires, and groundwork.
  • Rust and oxide pigments for aging metal surfaces
    Perfect for exhausts, track links, industrial parts, and abandoned or heavily worn vehicles.
  • Soot, ash, and black pigments
    Commonly used around engine exhausts, gun muzzles, vents, and burned areas.
  • Specialty pigments including concrete, factory dirt, brick dust, and metallic residues
    Useful for urban scenes, industrial settings, and diorama bases.
  • Pigment sets grouped by environment or subject

These sets help streamline your workflow by combining tones that naturally work together.

Benefits, uses, and practical tips

One of the main advantages of AMMO pigments is flexibility. They can be applied dry for soft, dusty effects or fixed in place using pigment fixer, enamel thinner, or even acrylic mediums depending on the result you want.

Dry application works well when you want subtle buildup. You can gently work pigments into corners, seams, and textured surfaces using a soft brush, gradually increasing intensity. This method is excellent for aircraft wheels, landing gear, and lightly weathered vehicles.

For more permanent effects, pigments can be fixed in place. Applying fixer allows the pigment to darken slightly and settle naturally into surface texture. This is ideal for heavy mud, caked dirt, or long-term weathering that should not be disturbed during handling.

  • Layer pigments in stages rather than applying one heavy pass
  • Mix tones directly on the model for more natural variation
  • Combine pigments with washes or streaking effects for deeper realism
  • Use lighter tones on upper surfaces and darker tones in recesses and lower areas

Pigments are especially powerful when used at the final stages of weathering. They unify all previous effects and add that last level of realism that makes a model feel finished rather than painted.

Designed for modelers seeking texture and realism

This collection is ideal for builders who want full control over surface finish. AMMO pigments work equally well for subtle weathering on clean aircraft and heavy environmental effects on tanks, trucks, and dioramas. Because the range covers so many tones and textures, it is easy to tailor your approach to different theaters, climates, and levels of wear.

If your goal is to push realism beyond paint and into true surface texture, pigments are an essential part of your weathering toolkit.

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