Olive Green is a classic muted olive tone from the Vallejo Model Color range, widely used by miniature painters and terrain builders. This matte acrylic paint features a neutral, slightly grayed undertone, making it ideal for uniforms, gear, camouflage, and realistic environmental details.
The color is fully opaque, lightfast, and made with permanent pigments for lasting vibrancy and stability. Its smooth consistency allows easy brush application with no visible strokes, making it ideal for layering, glazing, and blending techniques.
Olive Green is particularly suited for military-themed models. Use it for uniforms, helmets, bags, camo jackets, and vehicles in both European and desert schemes. It pairs well with 70887 Brown Violet for shading, or 70924 Russian Uniform for tonal variation. Mix with 70973 Light Sea Grey or 70951 White to create highlights and weathered effects.
In fantasy or sci-fi contexts, this color excels on jungle troopers, woodland gear, or terrain features like sandbags and camo netting. Its matte finish ensures realistic results without unwanted shine, especially beneficial for display models or photography.
Olive Green also fits perfectly into natural palettes. It acts as a bridging tone between dark and light colors, allowing for controlled contrast and subtle highlights without disrupting the harmony of your paint scheme.
The paint is packaged in an 18ml r-PET dropper bottle, allowing for precise dosing and easy mixing. This design minimizes waste and keeps the paint fresh. If the nozzle clogs, a needle or toothpick will clear it effortlessly.
Vallejo Model Color Olive Green is a practical and dependable color for realistic and imaginative painting projects. Its understated character and user-friendly properties make it an essential choice for hobbyists who value tone control and functional beauty in their work.
Comparable colors: Vallejo Game Color: 72030.