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SC-54 Navy Blue Scale75 acrylic paint equivalents (#183060)
SC-54 Navy Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-54 Navy Blue equivalent is Dark Sky (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-54 Navy Blue is Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.6).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-54 Navy Blue is Dark Sky (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.5).
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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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Ultramar Blue 2Warhammer
ΔE 1.3slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Dark Prussian Blue (70.899)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 1.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
Dark Blue (70.930)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 3.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for SC-54 Navy Blue?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to SC-54 Navy Blue in the current local catalogue is Ultramar Blue 2 from Warhammer (Delta-E 1.26).
- Closest overall: Ultramar Blue 2 (Warhammer, Delta-E 1.26)
- Closest Vallejo: Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Delta-E 1.65)
- Closest Army Painter: Dark Sky (Delta-E 1.53)
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-54 Navy 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 Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Delta E 1.65).
Yes, SC-54 Navy 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-54 Navy Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-54 Navy Blue equivalent is Dark Sky (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-54 Navy Blue is Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.6).
For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-54 Navy Blue is Dark Sky (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.5).
SC-54 Navy Blue is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest SC-54 Navy Blue equivalent is Dark Sky (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.5. For Vallejo, the closest match to SC-54 Navy Blue is Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.6. For Army Painter, the closest match to SC-54 Navy Blue is Dark Sky (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.5.
SC-54 Navy Blue Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.6.
SC-54 Navy Blue Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Dark Sky (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.5.
SC-54 Navy Blue equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, SC-54 Navy Blue requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Dark Sky (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.5
- Closest Vallejo option : Dark Prussian Blue (70.899) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 1.6
- Closest Army Painter option : Dark Sky (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.5
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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