Painting Tracks - Step By Step

Hello all

In this post I would like to talk about painting tank tracks and some simple ways you can achieve that muddy, weathered look.

This is the look we're going for

Let's start with a new model...

Step 1
After base coating the model and applying a light 'soft tone' wash all over I paint the tracks in a dark/chocolate brown colour (I use Army painter Oak brown). Not too worried if a slight amount goes on the wheels or hull. It is meant to be mud after all.

Step 2

Paint tyres black. I also use this space to base coat all stowage or metal areas in black too

Step 3
Drybrush the tracks, in a lighter brown (I use Army Painter 'Monster Brown'). It is also a good idea to apply decals, should you want any prior to this step.

Step 4
Use 'stippling' technique to apply the same colour from Step 3 to the mud guards and lower hull as well as the decals

Step 5
Use a strong tone wash to give some definition to the mud. Be liberal when using the wash on the wheels in particular.

Step 6
Drybrush entire model with light sand colour (Iraqi Sand/Skeleton Bone etc). Aim to hit raised parts and edges.To give added effect I like to use a stippling technique to apply gentle amounts black splatter on the tank, representing oil/dirt/paint chips.

Completed

I hope this post was useful