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Chocolate Brown (70.872) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#4A2010)
Chocolate Brown (70.872) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Chocolate Brown (70.872) equivalent is DARK RUST (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.2).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Chocolate Brown (70.872).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Chocolate Brown (70.872).
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#4A2010
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Carthalos Skin 3Warhammer
ΔE 0.9very strong proximity in the catalogue data2
DARK RUSTAK Interactive
ΔE 3.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
WWI French BrownAK Interactive
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Bloodtoof Red 1Warhammer
ΔE 5.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
BURNT REDAK Interactive
ΔE 5.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Chocolate Brown (70.872)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Chocolate Brown (70.872) in the current local catalogue is Carthalos Skin 3 from Warhammer (Delta-E 0.94).
- Closest overall: Carthalos Skin 3 (Warhammer, Delta-E 0.94)
- Closest Vallejo: Parasite Brown (72.042) (Delta-E 7.59)
- Closest Army Painter: Umberroot (Delta-E 7.43)
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
Chocolate Brown (70.872) 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.
No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.
Yes, Chocolate Brown (70.872) 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.
Chocolate Brown (70.872) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Chocolate Brown (70.872) equivalent is DARK RUST (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.2).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Chocolate Brown (70.872).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Chocolate Brown (70.872).
Chocolate Brown (70.872) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Chocolate Brown (70.872) equivalent is DARK RUST (AK Interactive) with Delta E 3.2. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Chocolate Brown (70.872). No close Army Painter equivalent found for Chocolate Brown (70.872).
Chocolate Brown (70.872) Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Chocolate Brown (70.872).
Chocolate Brown (70.872) Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Chocolate Brown (70.872).
Chocolate Brown (70.872) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Chocolate Brown (70.872) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : DARK RUST (AK Interactive) – ΔE 3.2
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- 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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