Hataka (blue line) Falklands Conflict Paint Set Vol.1

The Hataka Blue Line Falklands Conflict Paint Set Vol.1 is a specialist acrylic paint set designed for accurately finishing aircraft and vehicles used during the 1982 Falklands War in scale modelling.

It provides a selection of camouflage and operational colours used by both British and Argentine forces during the conflict, suitable for brush and airbrush application.

About the set

The Falklands Conflict saw a mix of NATO-standard British camouflage schemes and modified Argentine aircraft finishes adapted for maritime and southern Atlantic conditions. This set captures those varied tones, allowing modellers to recreate authentic cold, maritime, and expeditionary camouflage patterns from the campaign.

Key features

✔ Acrylic paint set for scale modelling
✔ Covers Falklands War aircraft and vehicles
✔ Suitable for brush and airbrush use
✔ 17ml bottles of each colour
✔ Smooth, finely pigmented acrylic formulation
✔ Designed for accurate 1982 conflict finishes

Included colours (17ml each)

• Dark Tan

• Dark Green

• Medium Green

• Camouflage Grey

• Pacura Pale Green

• Pacura Light Tan

• Pacura Medium Blue

• Semi-Matte Aluminium

Typical uses in modelling

This set is ideal for:

• British aircraft and helicopters from the Falklands War

• Argentine Air Force and Navy aircraft

• naval aviation and shipborne operations

• ground vehicles and equipment used in the conflict

• dioramas depicting South Atlantic operations in 1982

Skill level

Beginner to Advanced

Suitable for:

• beginners exploring modern conflict modelling

• intermediate modellers building Falklands subjects

• advanced builders aiming for historical accuracy and weathering detail

Application tips

• Apply over primer for best colour accuracy

• Thin for airbrush use to preserve detail

• Use layered coats to replicate worn operational finishes

• Combine tones for camouflage variation and fading effects

• Finish with matt or semi-matt varnish depending on subject

Ideal for

• Falklands War aviation enthusiasts

• modern military aircraft modellers

• Royal Navy and Argentine forces subjects

• 1:72, 1:48, and 1:32 scale builders

• conflict diorama creators

Summary

The Hataka Blue Line Falklands Conflict Paint Set Vol.1 provides a comprehensive selection of authentic 1982 South Atlantic camouflage colours, enabling accurate representation of British and Argentine aircraft, vehicles, and equipment from the Falklands War.