Paint equivalent guide

Ironbreaker Equivalent

Citadel (Games Workshop) layer #899092

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Ironbreaker?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Ironbreaker in the current local catalogue is Tinny Tin (72.060) from Vallejo Game Color (Delta-E 3.82).

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Check Delta-E, finish, coverage, and how the substitute behaves with the same primer, wash, and highlight recipe.

Miniature painters most often compare Citadel (Games Workshop), Vallejo Game Color, and other established hobby ranges when they need a close substitute.

Usually yes, but only after a test swatch confirms the finish and layering behaviour stay close enough for the recipe.

The closest Ironbreaker equivalent is Tinny Tin (72.060) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.8). For the Ironbreaker equivalent Vallejo, Tinny Tin (72.060) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.8). The best Ironbreaker Army Painter equivalent is Shining Silver (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.9).

  • Closest equivalent: Tinny Tin (72.060) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.8
  • Vallejo equivalent: Tinny Tin (72.060) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.8
  • Army Painter equivalent: Shining Silver (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.9

This paint conversion chart helps you find the best Ironbreaker equivalent across Citadel, Vallejo and Army Painter.

The closest match provides the most accurate replacement, while other alternatives may show slight differences depending on finish and application.

Always test your paint equivalent on a miniature before applying it to a full army.