Vallejo Model Color US Olive Drab (70887) is a classic olive green acrylic paint with a gray-brown undertone, closely matching the standard camouflage color used by the United States military during World War II. Previously named “US Olive Drab,” this matte paint is a staple for historical military modelers.

It corresponds to Federal Standard 34088 and matches alternatives like Gunze H-304, Humbrol 155, Revell 46, Tamiya XF49, and Testors Model Master 1711. This tone is ideal for basecoating US tanks, trucks, helmets, ammo crates, and uniforms in miniature scale.

The paint comes in an 18ml transparent bottle with an eyedropper cap that ensures accurate dosing and prevents drying. If the nozzle clogs, it can be easily cleared with a needle or toothpick.

US Olive Drab offers full coverage, is lightfast and dries to a smooth matte finish. Its consistency allows for streak-free brush application, making it excellent for layering, shading, drybrushing, and weathering effects on vehicles and infantry.

For best results, thin the paint with water or matte medium and apply in thin layers to achieve depth, shadows, and wear. Mistakes are easy to fix while the paint is wet by using water or alcohol, which also makes this color forgiving for beginners.

Vallejo Model Color US Olive Drab pairs well with tones like Khaki, Green Brown, and Black Grey. It works both as a primary base tone and as a muted shadow layer on equipment or terrain features.

This color is also part of Vallejo’s Panzer Series — a collection developed with Panzer Aces Magazine, offering historically accurate colors for WWII uniforms and gear. Whether you're painting a Sherman tank, M3 Halftrack, or a US infantryman in 1:35, this tone delivers accuracy and realism.

Perfect for anyone building American WWII dioramas, wargaming armies or detailed historical figures. Add US Olive Drab to your toolkit for a reliable, neutral yet characterful color that defines mid-century military modeling.