Tamiya acrylic paints are created using water-soluble acrylic resins, making them ideal for both brush painting and air-brushing techniques. These paints are suitable for application on various materials like styrene resins, Styrofoam, wood, and other common model plastics. They provide excellent coverage, smooth flow, and effortless blending. Furthermore, before they cure, the paint can be easily washed away using plain water.

Colors designated as "X" offer a glossy finish, whereas colors designated as "XF" provide a flat finish.