Vallejo Model Color Chocolate Brown (70872) is a rich dark brown acrylic paint with a matte finish, specifically designed for precision brush painting on miniatures and models. This tone is perfect for painting leather belts, boots, holsters, canvas pouches, dirty uniforms or as a deep base for weathering effects on tanks and terrain.

Chocolate Brown is an earthy, versatile shade that works great as a shadow color, basecoat or even for darklining. It’s comparable to Federal Standard 30099, Humbrol 98 and Testors Model Master 1540. Commonly used in WWII painting schemes, this deep brown adds realism and contrast without the harshness of pure black.

The improved Model Color formula features permanent pigments for excellent coverage and smooth application. Chocolate Brown is fully opaque and lightfast. Only the fluorescent and transparent colors in the range are semi-opaque. The paint dries quickly and leaves a clean, brushstroke-free finish — ideal for layered work or edge detailing.

Thanks to its creamy consistency, Chocolate Brown can be used straight from the bottle, thinned with water or mixed with mediums like matte medium to create glazes or translucent highlights. Mistakes can be cleaned up easily with water or alcohol while the paint is still wet.

18ml dropper bottle
This color comes in a transparent 18ml r-PET dropper bottle that’s both recycled and recyclable. The dropper cap ensures accurate dosing and prevents the paint from drying out too quickly. If the nozzle gets clogged, simply clear it with a needle or toothpick.

Part of Vallejo’s renowned Model Color range, Chocolate Brown was developed with input from professional painters around the globe. Whether you’re painting infantry, cavalry, muddy vehicles or gritty terrain, this shade is a reliable go-to for any model painter who values control and depth.