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Basalt Grey (70.869) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#505058)
Basalt Grey (70.869) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Basalt Grey (70.869) equivalent is Panzer Grey (3rd Gen) (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Basalt Grey (70.869) is Sombre Grey (72.048) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.5).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Basalt Grey (70.869) is Terrestrial Titan (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.9).
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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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Panzer Grey (3rd Gen)AK Interactive
ΔE 2.1slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Sombre Grey (72.048)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 3.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
SC-04 Anthracite GreyScale75
ΔE 4.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Basalt Grey (70.869)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Basalt Grey (70.869) in the current local catalogue is Panzer Grey (3rd Gen) from AK Interactive (Delta-E 2.06).
- Closest overall: Panzer Grey (3rd Gen) (AK Interactive, Delta-E 2.06)
- Closest Vallejo: Sombre Grey (72.048) (Delta-E 3.45)
- Closest Army Painter: Terrestrial Titan (Delta-E 3.88)
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
Basalt Grey (70.869) is a paint from Vallejo Model 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 Sombre Grey (72.048) (Delta E 3.45).
Yes, Basalt Grey (70.869) is currently part of the Vallejo Model 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.
Basalt Grey (70.869) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Basalt Grey (70.869) equivalent is Panzer Grey (3rd Gen) (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.1).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Basalt Grey (70.869) is Sombre Grey (72.048) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.5).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Basalt Grey (70.869) is Terrestrial Titan (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.9).
Basalt Grey (70.869) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Basalt Grey (70.869) equivalent is Panzer Grey (3rd Gen) (AK Interactive) with Delta E 2.1. For Vallejo, the closest match to Basalt Grey (70.869) is Sombre Grey (72.048) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.5. For Army Painter, the closest match to Basalt Grey (70.869) is Terrestrial Titan (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.9.
Basalt Grey (70.869) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Sombre Grey (72.048) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.5.
Basalt Grey (70.869) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Terrestrial Titan (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.9.
Basalt Grey (70.869) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Basalt Grey (70.869) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Panzer Grey (3rd Gen) (AK Interactive) – ΔE 2.1
- Closest Vallejo option : Sombre Grey (72.048) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.5
- Closest Army Painter option : Terrestrial Titan (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.9
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.
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