Rusty Metal Airbrush (77178) is a ready‑to‑use metallic rust‑colored paint in an 18ml bottle, created as the airbrush version within the Rusty Metal colour family of Vallejo’s True Metallic Metal (TMM) range. This variant is perfectly matched to the Base tone, but optimized for airbrush use — enabling quick, smooth coverage and realistic weathered metal effects.

The full Rusty Metal colour family includes:

• 77118 Rusty Metal (Light) – Metallic highlight tone for shine and reflection
• 77138 Rusty Metal (Base) – Rust‑metallic basecoat
• 77158 Rusty Metal (Shade) – Satin wash for shadows and depth
• 77178 Rusty Metal (Airbrush) – This ready‑to‑spray version of the Base

This airbrush paint is ideal for painting large surfaces, terrain pieces or models where a rusted‑metal effect is required. With its pre‑adjusted formula you can spray directly from the bottle, and still maintain the same colour tone as the Base version — which means consistent results and minimal setup time.

Key features:

• Airbrush‑ready metallic rust paint, matched to the Base tone
• No thinning needed – straight from the bottle for fast coverage and smooth finish
• Water‑based acrylic with ultra‑fine metallic pigments for excellent reflection and durability
• Fully aligned with the Base‑Shade‑Light‑Airbrush workflow of the TMM system

Usage tips:

• Shake the bottle thoroughly before use to ensure even pigment suspension
• Use a nozzle of around 0.3 mm or smaller at low pressure for control
• Spray in thin layers to achieve uniform coverage and avoid pooling or clogging

When you’re aiming for rich, aged metal finishes, Rusty Metal Airbrush has you covered. Combine it with the Base, Shade and Light versions within the Rusty Metal family for a layered and realistic metallic effect that stands out on any miniature or model.