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SC-50 Sky Blue Scale75 acrylic paint equivalents (#60A8E0)
SC-50 Sky Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-50 Sky Blue equivalent is Glacier Blue (72.095) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-50 Sky Blue is Glacier Blue (72.095) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.2).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-50 Sky Blue is Storm Wolf (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.7).
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Top 3 closest equivalents
These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Ultramar Blue 5Warhammer
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
Glacier Blue (72.095)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 5.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Pale Blue (70.906)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-50 Sky Blue?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-50 Sky Blue in the current local catalogue is RAF Azure Blue from AK Interactive (Delta-E 4.25).
- Closest overall: RAF Azure Blue (AK Interactive, Delta-E 4.25)
- Closest Vallejo: Glacier Blue (72.095) (Delta-E 5.25)
- Closest Army Painter: Storm Wolf (Delta-E 4.69)
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-50 Sky Blue 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 Glacier Blue (72.095) (Delta E 5.25).
Yes, SC-50 Sky Blue 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-50 Sky Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-50 Sky Blue equivalent is Glacier Blue (72.095) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-50 Sky Blue is Glacier Blue (72.095) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.2).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-50 Sky Blue is Storm Wolf (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.7).
SC-50 Sky Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-50 Sky Blue equivalent is Glacier Blue (72.095) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.2. For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-50 Sky Blue is Glacier Blue (72.095) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.2. For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-50 Sky Blue is Storm Wolf (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.7.
SC-50 Sky Blue Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Glacier Blue (72.095) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.2.
SC-50 Sky Blue Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Storm Wolf (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.7.
SC-50 Sky Blue equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, SC-50 Sky Blue requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Glacier Blue (72.095) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 5.2
- Closest Vallejo option : Glacier Blue (72.095) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 5.2
- Closest Army Painter option : Storm Wolf (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.7
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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