Beige Brown (70.875)
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Khaki (72.061) Vallejo Game Color acrylic paint equivalents (#A89060)
Khaki (72.061) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Khaki (72.061) equivalent is Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.7).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Khaki (72.061) is Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.7).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Khaki (72.061) is Wasteland Clay (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.8).
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Top 3 closest equivalents
These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Beige Brown (70.875)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Natural Wood Grain (70.834)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
Necrolith Bone 2Warhammer
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Khaki (72.061)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Khaki (72.061) in the current local catalogue is Beige Brown (70.875) from Vallejo Model Color (Delta-E 2.73).
- Closest overall: Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color, Delta-E 2.73)
- Closest Vallejo: Beige Brown (70.875) (Delta-E 2.73)
- Closest Army Painter: Wasteland Clay (Delta-E 3.8)
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
Khaki (72.061) 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 Beige Brown (70.875) (Delta E 2.73).
Yes, Khaki (72.061) 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.
Khaki (72.061) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Khaki (72.061) equivalent is Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.7).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Khaki (72.061) is Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 2.7).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Khaki (72.061) is Wasteland Clay (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.8).
Khaki (72.061) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Khaki (72.061) equivalent is Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.7. For Vallejo, the closest match to Khaki (72.061) is Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.7. For Army Painter, the closest match to Khaki (72.061) is Wasteland Clay (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.8.
Khaki (72.061) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 2.7.
Khaki (72.061) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Wasteland Clay (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.8.
Khaki (72.061) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Khaki (72.061) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the warm orange range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.7
- Closest Vallejo option : Beige Brown (70.875) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 2.7
- Closest Army Painter option : Wasteland Clay (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.8
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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