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EMERALD METALLIC GREEN AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#257B3F)

EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest EMERALD METALLIC GREEN equivalent is SC-18 Emerald Green (Scale75) (ΔE 2.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is Flat Green (70.968) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.9).
For Army Painter, the closest match to EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is Greenskin (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.6).

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Top 5 closest equivalents

These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
SC-18 Emerald GreenScale75
ΔE 2.1slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
Flat Green (70.968)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
3
Jade Green (72.026)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 3.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
4
Green (70.969)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 3.9moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
5
Scurvy Green (72.027)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for EMERALD METALLIC GREEN?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to EMERALD METALLIC GREEN in the current local catalogue is SC-18 Emerald Green from Scale75 (Delta-E 2.1).

Method

Matches are computed from the local paint catalogue with Delta-E CIEDE2000. Lower values mean a closer visual match on the miniature.

Limits

Finish, opacity, flow, and bottle format are not captured by Delta-E alone. Test the substitute if the recipe relies on a specific behaviour.

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Frequently asked questions

EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is a paint from AK Interactive. Its specific pigment load, drying behaviour, and finish set it apart from other paints in the same category, which is why a direct substitute needs to match more than just the colour value.

The closest Vallejo option is Flat Green (70.968) (Delta E 2.94).

Yes, EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is currently part of the AK Interactive range. Check local stock or equivalent alternatives if the pot is hard to source.

Check Delta-E, finish type, coverage, opacity, and behaviour over your chosen primer. Run a full test with one shade and one highlight pass before applying the substitute to an entire unit.

EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest EMERALD METALLIC GREEN equivalent is SC-18 Emerald Green (Scale75) (ΔE 2.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is Flat Green (70.968) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.9).
For Army Painter, the closest match to EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is Greenskin (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.6).

EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest EMERALD METALLIC GREEN equivalent is SC-18 Emerald Green (Scale75) with Delta E 2.1. For Vallejo, the closest match to EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is Flat Green (70.968) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.9. For Army Painter, the closest match to EMERALD METALLIC GREEN is Greenskin (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.6.

EMERALD METALLIC GREEN Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Flat Green (70.968) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.9.

EMERALD METALLIC GREEN Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Greenskin (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.6.

EMERALD METALLIC GREEN equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, EMERALD METALLIC GREEN requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep green range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : SC-18 Emerald Green (Scale75) – ΔE 2.1
  • Closest Vallejo option : Flat Green (70.968) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.9
  • Closest Army Painter option : Greenskin (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.6

A paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, shade, and highlight sequence as the original recipe.

Looking at the surrounding palette matters because a near match can still push the finished model warmer, colder, or flatter than expected.

That combination of colour distance, finish, and recipe context is what makes a paint substitute reliable on an actual miniature.

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