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Gunmetal (3rd Gen) AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#585860)
Gunmetal (3rd Gen) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Gunmetal (3rd Gen) equivalent is Speedmetal Iron (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 4.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Gunmetal (3rd Gen) is Gunmetal Grey (70.863) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.9).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Gunmetal (3rd Gen) is Plate Mail Metal (Army Painter) (ΔE 7.3).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Gunmetal (3rd Gen)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Gunmetal (3rd Gen) in the current local catalogue is Gun Metal from Army Painter (Delta-E 3.61).
- Closest overall: Gun Metal (Army Painter, Delta-E 3.61)
- Closest Vallejo: Gunmetal Grey (70.863) (Delta-E 6.86)
- Closest Army Painter: Gun Metal (Delta-E 3.61)
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.
What to check before replacing this base
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this base paint:
- Coverage: reliable — check how many coats are needed for full opacity
- Thinning: controlled thinning — verify the right ratio for your technique
- Recommended primer: the primer already used in your recipe — keep the same surface preparation
- Test swatch: always test the substitute on a spare part first
- Recipe check: compare with the full wash and highlight sequence
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Frequently asked questions
Gunmetal (3rd Gen) 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 Gunmetal Grey (70.863) (Delta E 6.86).
Yes, Gunmetal (3rd Gen) 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.
Gunmetal (3rd Gen) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Gunmetal (3rd Gen) equivalent is Speedmetal Iron (Green Stuff World) (ΔE 4.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Gunmetal (3rd Gen) is Gunmetal Grey (70.863) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.9).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Gunmetal (3rd Gen) is Plate Mail Metal (Army Painter) (ΔE 7.3).
Gunmetal (3rd Gen) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Gunmetal (3rd Gen) equivalent is Speedmetal Iron (Green Stuff World) with Delta E 4.5. For Vallejo, the closest match to Gunmetal (3rd Gen) is Gunmetal Grey (70.863) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.9. For Army Painter, the closest match to Gunmetal (3rd Gen) is Plate Mail Metal (Army Painter) with Delta E 7.3.
Gunmetal (3rd Gen) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Gunmetal Grey (70.863) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.9.
Gunmetal (3rd Gen) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Plate Mail Metal (Army Painter) with Delta E 7.3.
Gunmetal (3rd Gen) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Gunmetal (3rd Gen) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Speedmetal Iron (Green Stuff World) – ΔE 4.5
- Closest Vallejo option : Gunmetal Grey (70.863) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 6.9
- Closest Army Painter option : Plate Mail Metal (Army Painter) – ΔE 7.3
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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