Paint equivalent guide

Dark Fleshtone (72.044) Equivalent

Dark Fleshtone (72.044) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Dark Fleshtone (72.044) equivalent is Burnt Umber (70.941) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.9).
For the Dark Fleshtone (72.044) equivalent Vallejo, Burnt Umber (70.941) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.9).
The best Dark Fleshtone (72.044) Army Painter equivalent is Dryad Brown (Army Painter) (ΔE 10.9).

Vallejo Game Color acrylic #6A3820

Top 5 closest equivalents

These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
Burnt Umber (70.941)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 1.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
Cavalry Brown (70.982)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.2slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
3
SC-51 Soil BrownScale75
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
4
SADDLE BROWNAK Interactive
ΔE 3.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
5
MAHOGANY BROWNAK Interactive
ΔE 3.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Dark Fleshtone (72.044)?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Dark Fleshtone (72.044) in the current local catalogue is Burnt Umber (70.941) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 1.91).

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Dark Fleshtone (72.044) is a paint from Vallejo Game Color. 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 Burnt Umber (70.941) (Delta E 1.91).

Yes, Dark Fleshtone (72.044) is currently part of the Vallejo Game Color 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.

Dark Fleshtone (72.044) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Dark Fleshtone (72.044) equivalent is Burnt Umber (70.941) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.9).
For the Dark Fleshtone (72.044) equivalent Vallejo, Burnt Umber (70.941) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 1.9).
The best Dark Fleshtone (72.044) Army Painter equivalent is Dryad Brown (Army Painter) (ΔE 10.9).

Dark Fleshtone (72.044) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest Dark Fleshtone (72.044) equivalent is Burnt Umber (70.941) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.9. For a Dark Fleshtone (72.044) equivalent Vallejo match, Burnt Umber (70.941) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.9 is the closest pick. The best Dark Fleshtone (72.044) Army Painter equivalent is Dryad Brown (Army Painter) with Delta E 10.9.

Dark Fleshtone (72.044) Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Burnt Umber (70.941) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 1.9.

Dark Fleshtone (72.044) Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Dryad Brown (Army Painter) with Delta E 10.9.

Dark Fleshtone (72.044) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, Dark Fleshtone (72.044) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : Burnt Umber (70.941) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 1.9
  • Closest Vallejo option : Burnt Umber (70.941) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 1.9
  • Closest Army Painter option : Dryad Brown (Army Painter) – ΔE 10.9

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.