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SC-16 Eclipse Grey Scale75 acrylic paint equivalents (#606068)
SC-16 Eclipse Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-16 Eclipse Grey equivalent is GREY-BLUE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 4.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-16 Eclipse Grey is Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.7).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-16 Eclipse Grey is Deep Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.5).
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Top 3 closest equivalents
These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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GREY-BLUEAK Interactive
ΔE 4.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
Enrapturess Dusk 4Warhammer
ΔE 5.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Basalt Grey (70.869)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 5.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for SC-16 Eclipse Grey?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-16 Eclipse Grey in the current local catalogue is Warpfiend Grey from Citadel (Games Workshop) (Delta-E 2.12).
- Closest overall: Warpfiend Grey (Citadel (Games Workshop), Delta-E 2.12)
- Closest Vallejo: Basalt Grey (70.869) (Delta-E 5.7)
- Closest Army Painter: Deep Grey (Delta-E 2.53)
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-16 Eclipse Grey 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 Basalt Grey (70.869) (Delta E 5.70).
Yes, SC-16 Eclipse Grey 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-16 Eclipse Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-16 Eclipse Grey equivalent is GREY-BLUE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 4.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-16 Eclipse Grey is Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 5.7).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-16 Eclipse Grey is Deep Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.5).
SC-16 Eclipse Grey is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-16 Eclipse Grey equivalent is GREY-BLUE (AK Interactive) with Delta E 4.5. For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-16 Eclipse Grey is Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.7. For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-16 Eclipse Grey is Deep Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.5.
SC-16 Eclipse Grey Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 5.7.
SC-16 Eclipse Grey Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Deep Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.5.
SC-16 Eclipse Grey equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, SC-16 Eclipse Grey requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : GREY-BLUE (AK Interactive) – ΔE 4.5
- Closest Vallejo option : Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 5.7
- Closest Army Painter option : Deep Grey (Army Painter) – ΔE 2.5
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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