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MEDIUM BLUE AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#183A49)
MEDIUM BLUE is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest MEDIUM BLUE equivalent is Stegadon Scale Green (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 4.9).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for MEDIUM BLUE.
For Army Painter, the closest match to MEDIUM BLUE is Deep Ocean Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.7).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for MEDIUM BLUE?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to MEDIUM BLUE in the current local catalogue is Deep Ocean Blue from Army Painter (Delta-E 4.66).
- Closest overall: Deep Ocean Blue (Army Painter, Delta-E 4.66)
- Closest Vallejo: Coal Black (72.053) (Delta-E 5.13)
- Closest Army Painter: Deep Ocean Blue (Delta-E 4.66)
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
MEDIUM BLUE 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.
No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.
Yes, MEDIUM BLUE 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.
MEDIUM BLUE is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest MEDIUM BLUE equivalent is Stegadon Scale Green (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 4.9).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for MEDIUM BLUE.
For Army Painter, the closest match to MEDIUM BLUE is Deep Ocean Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.7).
MEDIUM BLUE is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest MEDIUM BLUE equivalent is Stegadon Scale Green (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 4.9. No close Vallejo equivalent found for MEDIUM BLUE. For Army Painter, the closest match to MEDIUM BLUE is Deep Ocean Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.7.
MEDIUM BLUE Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for MEDIUM BLUE.
MEDIUM BLUE Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Deep Ocean Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.7.
MEDIUM BLUE equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, MEDIUM BLUE requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the teal range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Stegadon Scale Green (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 4.9
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- Closest Army Painter option : Deep Ocean Blue (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.7
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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