Harder & Steenbeck Ultra 2024 Dual Action Airbrush

Item Weight: 8.8 ounces
Color: Multicoloured
Finish Type: Gloss
Paint Type: Acrylic

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A capable middle-ground airbrush for painters who want range and a path to upgrade parts later, not a specialist tool for one job.

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ASIN: B0CM9R7G2TModel: 120231Category: Airbrush Sets

Overview

A German-made dual-action gravity-feed airbrush with a 0.45mm self-centering nozzle, built to accept Harder & Steenbeck's higher-end FineLine head system as an upgrade later.

The 0.45mm nozzle sits in a middle range: fine enough for detail but wide enough to move real volume, making this a general-purpose airbrush rather than a dedicated detail or dedicated base-coat gun. The self-centering nozzle is meant to solve a common airbrush headache, a tip seated slightly off-center that throws the spray pattern, by aligning itself on reassembly. Its real draw for anyone already in the H&S ecosystem is compatibility: parts from older H&S airbrushes fit it, and it can later take the pricier FineLine front end from the Infinity line if finer detail is needed.

0.45mm self-centering nozzle
Dual-action gravity feed
5ml cup plus micro-cup socket
Compatible with H&S FineLine upgrade head

Who it's for

Fits painters who want one airbrush that handles both general coverage and moderate detail without switching guns, especially anyone already owning other Harder & Steenbeck equipment. Less useful to someone who only ever needs one end of that range, fine detail or wide coverage, where a dedicated nozzle size does better.

Pros and cons

Pros

0.45mm nozzle covers both detail and general work
Self-centering nozzle reduces spray pattern misalignment
Tool-free disassembly speeds up cleaning between colors
Compatible with older H&S parts and the FineLine upgrade head

Cons

Not a dedicated tool for the finest detail work

Performance notes

Dual-action gravity feed puts the paint cup on top, feeding by gravity rather than suction, which keeps low-pressure control steadier than a siphon-feed setup. The 5ml cup and separate micro-cup socket mean a painter can run a long session on one fill or drop in a small amount of color for quick changes without draining the main cup. Because the whole unit disassembles by hand with no tools, routine cleaning between colors is faster than on airbrushes that need a wrench for the nozzle.

Specifications

Dimensions & fit
Brand	Harder & Steenbeck
Model	120231
Item Weight	8.8 ounces
Size	1 Count (Pack of 1)
Capacity & performance
Age Range Description	Adult
Item Volume	46 cubic inches
Construction & materials
Color	Multicoloured
Finish Type	Gloss
Color Code	#C0C0C0
Included components
Included Components	Brush
Other details
Paint Type	Acrylic
Container Type	Can
Is Waterproof	Yes
Coverage	Full
Surface Recommendation	Variety
Dry Time In Hours	18
Full Cure Time	18 hours
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Item Form	Cylindrical with additional components
Part Number	120231
Special Features	solvent proof
Specific Uses For Product	art painting, illustration, watercolor art, model kit painting, and general paint application