RLM 79 Sandgelb in its 1941 tone is the desert upper-surface colour of the Luftwaffe tropical scheme — the sandy yellow that camouflaged Bf 109s and Ju 87s against the North African landscape. The uppers to RLM 78's undersides, and the tone that makes a desert bird look the part.
At a glance
- AK Interactive 3rd Generation acrylic (ref AK11832), Air Series
- 17ml dropper bottle
- Matt finish with very high pigmentation and coverage
- Non-toxic and water-based — brush or airbrush ready
Best for
- Desert and tropical Luftwaffe upper surfaces
- Period-accurate RLM 79 in its 1941 shade
- Airbrushing even sand coats when thinned with water or AK acrylic thinner
The 3rd Gen formula covers cleanly by brush and airbrushes without clogging, giving the even matt sand base that takes dust and fading weathering beautifully.
The sand that defines the desert scheme. Pair it with RLM 78 undersides from the AK 3rd Gen range.
