Vallejo 77.166 Ruby Red Airbrush – True Metallic Metal 18 ml

Product details

Ruby Red Airbrush is the red metallic base color in Vallejo’s True Metallic Metal Ruby Red family. Reference 77.166 is formulated for spraying metallic color onto miniature and model surfaces.

Paint details

• Color: Ruby Red; True Metallic Metal Airbrush range.
• Metallic base color formulated for airbrush use.
• Manufacturer reference: 77.166 (77166).
• Package contains one 18 ml / 0.6 fl oz dropper bottle.

Application

The airbrush color matches the corresponding True Metallic Metal Base tone. It is ready for airbrush use; Vallejo Airbrush Thinner can be used for subtler effects. Avoid excessive thinning, which can produce an uneven finish.

Paint only; models and painting equipment are not included.

Plan the finish

Keep a labeled reference part with the actual primer, paint and finishing sequence to help repeat the red across later painting sessions.

Choose the Ruby Red version for the painting step

These are separate paints. This product supplies the Airbrush bottle; choose other versions for the steps your model needs.

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruby Red the same as Forged Red?

They are separate color families. Ruby Red Airbrush is 77.166 and Forged Red Airbrush is 77.165. Keep the exact reference with the project if the red needs to be repeated later.

What if the first spray seems unsuitable?

Check the paint’s mixing instructions, the airbrush setup and a clean test surface before changing several variables at once. Vallejo permits Airbrush Thinner for subtler effects, with excessive dilution to be avoided.

Prepare the painting session

Read our Ruby Red 77.166 painting guide for the sample and application plan. Browse model paints and finishing supplies, or use the first airbrush spray guide to prepare the initial test.