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Gory Red (72.011) Vallejo Game Color acrylic paint equivalents (#8A1A1A)
Gory Red (72.011) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Gory Red (72.011) equivalent is Chaotic Red (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Gory Red (72.011) is Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.7).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Gory Red (72.011) is Chaotic Red (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.5).
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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Red Leather (70.818)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
SC-35 Deep RedScale75
ΔE 3.0slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
DIRTY REDAK Interactive
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Bloodtoof Red 2Warhammer
ΔE 3.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Gory Red (72.011)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Gory Red (72.011) in the current local catalogue is Chaotic Red from Army Painter (Delta-E 2.45).
- Closest overall: Chaotic Red (Army Painter, Delta-E 2.45)
- Closest Vallejo: Red Leather (70.818) (Delta-E 2.72)
- Closest Army Painter: Chaotic Red (Delta-E 2.45)
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
Gory Red (72.011) 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 Red Leather (70.818) (Delta E 2.72).
Yes, Gory Red (72.011) 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.
Gory Red (72.011) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Gory Red (72.011) equivalent is Chaotic Red (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.5).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Gory Red (72.011) is Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.7).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Gory Red (72.011) is Chaotic Red (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.5).
Gory Red (72.011) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Gory Red (72.011) equivalent is Chaotic Red (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.5. For Vallejo, the closest match to Gory Red (72.011) is Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.7. For Army Painter, the closest match to Gory Red (72.011) is Chaotic Red (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.5.
Gory Red (72.011) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.7.
Gory Red (72.011) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Chaotic Red (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.5.
Gory Red (72.011) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Gory Red (72.011) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Chaotic Red (Army Painter) – ΔE 2.5
- Closest Vallejo option : Red Leather (70.818) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.7
- Closest Army Painter option : Chaotic Red (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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