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Stratos Blue Army Painter warpaint fanatic paint equivalents (#33628C)
Stratos Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Stratos Blue equivalent is SC-07 Caspian Blue (Scale75) (ΔE 1.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Stratos Blue is Andrea Blue (70.841) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.3).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Stratos Blue.
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Andrea Blue (70.841)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 1.3slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
SC-07 Caspian BlueScale75
ΔE 1.3slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
Caledor SkyCitadel (Games Workshop)
ΔE 2.4slight colour difference, well within acceptable range4
Electric Blue (72.023)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 2.5slight colour difference, well within acceptable range5
Ultramarine Blue (70.839)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable rangeBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Stratos Blue?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Stratos Blue in the current local catalogue is Andrea Blue (70.841) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 1.32).
- Closest overall: Andrea Blue (70.841) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 1.32)
- Closest Vallejo: Andrea Blue (70.841) (Delta-E 1.32)
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
Stratos Blue is a paint from Army Painter. 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 Andrea Blue (70.841) (Delta E 1.32).
Yes, Stratos Blue is currently part of the Army Painter 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.
Stratos Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Stratos Blue equivalent is SC-07 Caspian Blue (Scale75) (ΔE 1.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Stratos Blue is Andrea Blue (70.841) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.3).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Stratos Blue.
Stratos Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Stratos Blue equivalent is SC-07 Caspian Blue (Scale75) with Delta E 1.3. For Vallejo, the closest match to Stratos Blue is Andrea Blue (70.841) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.3. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Stratos Blue.
Stratos Blue Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Andrea Blue (70.841) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.3.
Stratos Blue Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Stratos Blue.
Stratos Blue equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Stratos Blue requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : SC-07 Caspian Blue (Scale75) – ΔE 1.3
- Closest Vallejo option : Andrea Blue (70.841) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 1.3
- 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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