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Sombre Grey (72.048) Vallejo Game Color acrylic paint equivalents (#4A5058)
Sombre Grey (72.048) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Sombre Grey (72.048) equivalent is SC-57 Petroleum Grey (Scale75) (ΔE 2.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Sombre Grey (72.048) is Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 3.5).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Sombre Grey (72.048).
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Blackstone Void 2Warhammer
ΔE 2.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
SC-57 Petroleum GreyScale75
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
Basalt Grey (70.869)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Panzer Grey (3rd Gen)AK Interactive
ΔE 3.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Sombre Grey (72.048)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Sombre Grey (72.048) in the current local catalogue is Blackstone Void 2 from Warhammer (Delta-E 2.74).
- Closest overall: Blackstone Void 2 (Warhammer, Delta-E 2.74)
- Closest Vallejo: Basalt Grey (70.869) (Delta-E 3.45)
- Closest Army Painter: Deep Grey (Delta-E 4.95)
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
Sombre Grey (72.048) 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 Basalt Grey (70.869) (Delta E 3.45).
Yes, Sombre Grey (72.048) 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.
Sombre Grey (72.048) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Sombre Grey (72.048) equivalent is SC-57 Petroleum Grey (Scale75) (ΔE 2.9).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Sombre Grey (72.048) is Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 3.5).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Sombre Grey (72.048).
Sombre Grey (72.048) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Sombre Grey (72.048) equivalent is SC-57 Petroleum Grey (Scale75) with Delta E 2.9. For Vallejo, the closest match to Sombre Grey (72.048) is Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 3.5. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Sombre Grey (72.048).
Sombre Grey (72.048) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 3.5.
Sombre Grey (72.048) Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Sombre Grey (72.048).
Sombre Grey (72.048) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Sombre Grey (72.048) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : SC-57 Petroleum Grey (Scale75) – ΔE 2.9
- Closest Vallejo option : Basalt Grey (70.869) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 3.5
- Closest Army Painter option : no close Army Painter equivalent
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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