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INTENSE PINK AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#EB748F)
INTENSE PINK is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest INTENSE PINK equivalent is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 4.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to INTENSE PINK is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 4.3).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for INTENSE PINK.
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Squid Pink (72.013)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
Rose (70.944)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Eye of Terror 5Warhammer
ΔE 8.0significant colour distance -- test before committing4
SC-03 Antique RoseScale75
ΔE 9.2significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for INTENSE PINK?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to INTENSE PINK in the current local catalogue is Squid Pink (72.013) from Vallejo Game Color (Delta-E 4.33).
- Closest overall: Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color, Delta-E 4.33)
- Closest Vallejo: Squid Pink (72.013) (Delta-E 4.33)
- Closest Army Painter: Forbidden Fruit (Delta-E 11.65)
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
INTENSE PINK 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 Squid Pink (72.013) (Delta E 4.33).
Yes, INTENSE PINK 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.
INTENSE PINK is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest INTENSE PINK equivalent is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 4.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to INTENSE PINK is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 4.3).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for INTENSE PINK.
INTENSE PINK is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest INTENSE PINK equivalent is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 4.3. For Vallejo, the closest match to INTENSE PINK is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 4.3. No close Army Painter equivalent found for INTENSE PINK.
INTENSE PINK Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 4.3.
INTENSE PINK Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for INTENSE PINK.
INTENSE PINK equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, INTENSE PINK requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 4.3
- Closest Vallejo option : Squid Pink (72.013) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 4.3
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
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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