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SC-13 Dubai Brown Scale75 acrylic paint equivalents (#705028)
SC-13 Dubai Brown is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-13 Dubai Brown equivalent is MUD BROWN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-13 Dubai Brown is Middle Brown Cam SS (70.740) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-13 Dubai Brown is Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.1).
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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MUD BROWNAK Interactive
ΔE 2.2slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Middle Brown Cam SS (70.740)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.8slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
BRITISH KHAKIAK Interactive
ΔE 3.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
TAN EARTHAK Interactive
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for SC-13 Dubai Brown?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-13 Dubai Brown in the current local catalogue is MUD BROWN from AK Interactive (Delta-E 2.24).
- Closest overall: MUD BROWN (AK Interactive, Delta-E 2.24)
- Closest Vallejo: Middle Brown Cam SS (70.740) (Delta-E 2.77)
- Closest Army Painter: Basilisk Brown (Delta-E 3.13)
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
SC-13 Dubai Brown 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 Middle Brown Cam SS (70.740) (Delta E 2.77).
Yes, SC-13 Dubai Brown 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.
SC-13 Dubai Brown is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-13 Dubai Brown equivalent is MUD BROWN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-13 Dubai Brown is Middle Brown Cam SS (70.740) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.8).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-13 Dubai Brown is Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.1).
SC-13 Dubai Brown is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-13 Dubai Brown equivalent is MUD BROWN (AK Interactive) with Delta E 2.2. For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-13 Dubai Brown is Middle Brown Cam SS (70.740) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.8. For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-13 Dubai Brown is Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.1.
SC-13 Dubai Brown Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Middle Brown Cam SS (70.740) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.8.
SC-13 Dubai Brown Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.1.
SC-13 Dubai Brown equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, SC-13 Dubai Brown requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the warm orange range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : MUD BROWN (AK Interactive) – ΔE 2.2
- Closest Vallejo option : Middle Brown Cam SS (70.740) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.8
- Closest Army Painter option : Basilisk Brown (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.1
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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