And so to paint. The whole lot was given a coat of Humbrol 62 orange as a base. Then, slightly paler than normal, the body outer, a coat of Citadel Corax White. Photos of 16 tonners often show an almost white finish, so I could dare to be pale.
Transfers were added from the ModelMaster range and varnish applied. The the underframe was hit with Citadel Charonden Granite (sadly no longer available). Then with a cut down old brush I dabbed around with Typhus Corrosion, followed by more 62 over the top, applied in both thin and gloopy form.
The final wash of Humbrol 33, to suggest a thin layer of coal dust, was applied with the wagon held upside down and then some wagon works gothic 6" brush lettering.
There is a lot wrong with the Airfix 16 tonner, but considering its age it's still workable into something fun and acceptable. All for two bob.
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