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SC-14 Kalahari Orange Scale75 acrylic paint equivalents (#C86020)
SC-14 Kalahari Orange is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-14 Kalahari Orange equivalent is COPPER (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.0).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-14 Kalahari Orange is Orange Brown (70.981) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.9).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for SC-14 Kalahari Orange.
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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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COPPERAK Interactive
ΔE 2.0slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Orange Brown (70.981)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
Orange Fire (72.008)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 3.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
LIGHT RUSTAK Interactive
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
ORANGE BROWNAK Interactive
ΔE 5.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for SC-14 Kalahari Orange?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-14 Kalahari Orange in the current local catalogue is COPPER from AK Interactive (Delta-E 1.99).
- Closest overall: COPPER (AK Interactive, Delta-E 1.99)
- Closest Vallejo: Orange Brown (70.981) (Delta-E 2.87)
- Closest Army Painter: Demigod Flames (Delta-E 6.99)
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-14 Kalahari 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 Orange Brown (70.981) (Delta E 2.87).
Yes, SC-14 Kalahari 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.
SC-14 Kalahari Orange is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-14 Kalahari Orange equivalent is COPPER (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.0).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-14 Kalahari Orange is Orange Brown (70.981) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.9).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for SC-14 Kalahari Orange.
SC-14 Kalahari Orange is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-14 Kalahari Orange equivalent is COPPER (AK Interactive) with Delta E 2.0. For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-14 Kalahari Orange is Orange Brown (70.981) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.9. No close Army Painter equivalent found for SC-14 Kalahari Orange.
SC-14 Kalahari Orange Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Orange Brown (70.981) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.9.
SC-14 Kalahari Orange Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for SC-14 Kalahari Orange.
SC-14 Kalahari Orange equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, SC-14 Kalahari Orange requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the warm orange range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : COPPER (AK Interactive) – ΔE 2.0
- Closest Vallejo option : Orange Brown (70.981) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.9
- 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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