Tamiya LP-5 Semi Gloss Black

LP-5 splits the difference between flat and gloss — a semi-gloss black lacquer with just enough sheen to look right on tyres, trim, interiors and mechanical detail. Like the rest of the LP range, it's tough, fast-drying and smooths out beautifully under an airbrush.

Best for

• Tyres, trim and rubberised detail that need a realistic satin finish
• Interiors and mechanical parts where a subtle sheen looks right
• Any black area you don't want reading as flat or full gloss

Getting the finish right on small details is what separates a good build from a great one, and LP-5's satin black hits that middle ground exactly where it should.

10ml bottle, ready for the airbrush. Thin and clean up with Tamiya Lacquer Thinner, and reach for LP-1 Black alongside it for panels that want a flatter finish.