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Mars Orange Scale75 acrylic paint equivalents (#B85020)
Mars Orange is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Mars Orange equivalent is ORANGE BROWN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 4.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Mars Orange is German Orange (70.805) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.1).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Mars Orange.
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Ta'unar Ochre 1Warhammer
ΔE 1.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
ORANGE BROWNAK Interactive
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
German Orange (70.805)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 5.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Orange Red (70.910)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 5.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Mars Orange?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Mars Orange in the current local catalogue is Ta'unar Ochre 1 from Warhammer (Delta-E 1.66).
- Closest overall: Ta'unar Ochre 1 (Warhammer, Delta-E 1.66)
- Closest Vallejo: German Orange (70.805) (Delta-E 5.07)
- Closest Army Painter: Emberveil (Delta-E 7.44)
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
Mars Orange is a paint from Scale75. 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 German Orange (70.805) (Delta E 5.07).
Yes, Mars Orange is currently part of the Scale75 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.
Mars Orange is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Mars Orange equivalent is ORANGE BROWN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 4.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Mars Orange is German Orange (70.805) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.1).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Mars Orange.
Mars Orange is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Mars Orange equivalent is ORANGE BROWN (AK Interactive) with Delta E 4.1. For Vallejo, the closest match to Mars Orange is German Orange (70.805) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.1. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Mars Orange.
Mars Orange Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is German Orange (70.805) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.1.
Mars Orange Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Mars Orange.
Mars Orange equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Mars Orange requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : ORANGE BROWN (AK Interactive) – ΔE 4.1
- Closest Vallejo option : German Orange (70.805) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 5.1
- 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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