Guide
RLM 74, RLM 75 and RLM 76 paint colours for Luftwaffe Bf 109 and Fw 190 model aircraft, with brand equivalents and modelling notes.
This page is part of the WW2 Modeller guide structure. It is designed to help modellers move from a broad search into a specific aircraft, paint system, kit route, technique or theatre story.
Quick reference
| Area | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Best use | Use this page as a focused entry route before moving into the aircraft guide, paint table, kit comparison or technique library. |
| Recommended approach | Choose the exact aircraft, theatre and date first. Then choose kit, paints, decals and weathering from that context. |
| Common mistake | Do not treat a broad WW2 subject as one generic finish. Aircraft, nation, unit and theatre all matter. |
| Next step | Follow the related links below and keep the build route specific rather than generic. |
Related modelling routes
Luftwaffe RLM codesOpen the related luftwaffe rlm codes route for more aircraft, paint, kit or technique detail.Bf 109 guideOpen the related bf 109 guide route for more aircraft, paint, kit or technique detail.Fw 190 guideOpen the related fw 190 guide route for more aircraft, paint, kit or technique detail.Luftwaffe mottlingOpen the related luftwaffe mottling route for more aircraft, paint, kit or technique detail.
Quick answers
What should I check before starting?
Check the aircraft variant, theatre, date, paint system and kit boxing before buying paints or aftermarket.
How should I use this page?
Use it as a starting point, then follow the aircraft guide, paint code and technique links for the detailed build route.