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WWI French Green 1 AK Interactive acrylic paint equivalents (#2A3525)
WWI French Green 1 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest WWI French Green 1 equivalent is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to WWI French Green 1 is Ger Camouflage Extra Dark Green (70.896) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to WWI French Green 1 is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.2).
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Top 3 closest equivalents
These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Ger Camouflage Extra Dark Green (70.896)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
Dark Black Green Cam SS (70.741)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 4.9moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
US Dark Green (70.893)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 5.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for WWI French Green 1?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to WWI French Green 1 in the current local catalogue is Midnight Olive from Army Painter (Delta-E 3.17).
- Closest overall: Midnight Olive (Army Painter, Delta-E 3.17)
- Closest Vallejo: Ger Camouflage Extra Dark Green (70.896) (Delta-E 4.43)
- Closest Army Painter: Midnight Olive (Delta-E 3.17)
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
WWI French Green 1 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 Ger Camouflage Extra Dark Green (70.896) (Delta E 4.43).
Yes, WWI French Green 1 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.
WWI French Green 1 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest WWI French Green 1 equivalent is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to WWI French Green 1 is Ger Camouflage Extra Dark Green (70.896) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.4).
For Army Painter, the closest match to WWI French Green 1 is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.2).
WWI French Green 1 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest WWI French Green 1 equivalent is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.2. For Vallejo, the closest match to WWI French Green 1 is Ger Camouflage Extra Dark Green (70.896) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.4. For Army Painter, the closest match to WWI French Green 1 is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.2.
WWI French Green 1 Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Ger Camouflage Extra Dark Green (70.896) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.4.
WWI French Green 1 Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Midnight Olive (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.2.
WWI French Green 1 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, WWI French Green 1 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep green range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Midnight Olive (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.2
- Closest Vallejo option : Ger Camouflage Extra Dark Green (70.896) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.4
- Closest Army Painter option : Midnight Olive (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.2
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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