Vallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336 18ml Airbrush Paint
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Vallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336 â Soviet Aircraft Interior Color
Getting 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. Vallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336 gives modelers a ready-to-airbrush matte acrylic matched to the A-14 Steel Grey reference used in Soviet aviation modeling.
This 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.
Why This A-14 Steel Grey Matters
- Historically useful Soviet aviation color: A-14 Steel Grey is a key reference for Soviet aircraft interiors and related detail work.
- Airbrush-ready acrylic formula: Designed for smooth airbrush application straight from the bottle in many setups.
- Matte finish: Creates a realistic scale appearance and a good surface for washes, dry brushing, and detail painting.
- Fine pigment structure: Helps keep small cockpit, wheel well, landing gear, and structural details visible.
- Flexible workflow: Can be adjusted with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner or Flow Improver when extra smoothness or fine-line control is needed.
Best Uses
- Soviet aircraft cockpit interiors and instrument panel areas
- Wheel wells, landing gear bays, doors, and internal aircraft frames
- Small mechanical details that need a cool grey interior tone
- Panel interiors before pin washes, dry brushing, or chipping effects
- Scale model subjects where an FS 26187-style steel grey is required
- Touch-ups and detail painting when a brushable Model Air grey is useful
Beyond the Label
Vallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336 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.
For 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.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Vallejo |
| Line | Model Air |
| Color Name | A-14 Steel Grey |
| Official Vallejo Reference | 71.336 |
| SKU | 71336 |
| EAN / Barcode | 8429551713368 |
| Color Reference | FS 26187 |
| Bottle Size | 18ml / 0.6 fl oz |
| Paint Type | Water-based acrylic Model Air paint |
| Finish | Matte |
| Format | Eyedropper bottle |
| Primary Use | Airbrushing Soviet aircraft interiors, wheel wells, landing gear bays, and structural components |
| Recommended Surfaces | Primed plastic, resin, and metal model surfaces |
Pro Tips from the Studio
| Use Case | Expert Recommendation |
| Recommended PSI | Start around 15â20 PSI and adjust based on your airbrush, needle size, and distance from the model. |
| Thinning | Model Air can often be sprayed directly, but add Vallejo Airbrush Thinner for smoother flow or very fine work. |
| Flow Control | Add a small amount of Vallejo Flow Improver if you experience tip dry during longer airbrushing sessions. |
| Surface Prep | Apply over a clean, primed surface for better adhesion and a more even finish. |
| Layering | Build coverage with thin coats instead of flooding cockpit or wheel well details. |
| Maintenance | Flush the airbrush with Vallejo Airbrush Cleaner after use to reduce residue and tip dry. |
Expert Tip for Soviet Cockpits
For WWII Soviet interiors, spray Vallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336 as the base color, then apply a controlled dark wash around raised frames, pedals, sidewall detail, and instrument panel edges. Once dry, use a light grey highlight on raised surfaces to create depth without making the cockpit look too bright or toy-like.
FAQ
When should I use A-14 Steel Grey instead of a regular neutral grey?
Use A-14 Steel Grey when you are painting Soviet aircraft interiors or details that call for a cooler steel grey tone. A regular neutral grey may work for general parts, but it will not always capture the same Soviet aviation reference.
Is Vallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336 ready for airbrush use?
Yes. Model Air paints are formulated for airbrush work. Depending on your airbrush, pressure, and climate, you can spray it straight from the bottle or fine-tune it with Vallejo Airbrush Thinner or Flow Improver.
Can I use this color with a brush?
Yes, it can be used by brush for small cockpit details, touch-ups, wheel well corrections, and raised structural parts. For larger brushed areas, use thin layers rather than one heavy coat.
What aircraft areas benefit most from this color?
It is especially useful for cockpit walls, wheel wells, landing gear bays, internal frames, service panels, and small mechanical details on Soviet or Russian aircraft subjects.
How should I weather this color after painting?
Let the paint dry fully, then use a controlled dark wash in recessed areas and a light grey dry brush on raised edges. This gives cockpit and wheel well details more depth without hiding the base color.
Is this the Vallejo 71.336 bottle?
Yes. This is Vallejo Model Air A-14 Steel Grey 71.336. The SprayGunner SKU is 71336, and the EAN / barcode is 8429551713368.
Safety Note: Contains 1,2-benzisothiazol-3(2H)-one. May produce an allergic reaction. Always follow the product label, use in a ventilated area, and avoid contact with eyes or prolonged skin contact.
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