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Copper (70.998) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#A07038)
Copper (70.998) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Copper (70.998) equivalent is True Metal Brass (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Copper (70.998) is Brassy Brass (72.058) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.5).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Copper (70.998) is Greedy Gold (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.4).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Copper (70.998)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Copper (70.998) in the current local catalogue is True Metal Brass from AK Interactive (Delta-E 3.26).
- Closest overall: True Metal Brass (AK Interactive, Delta-E 3.26)
- Closest Vallejo: Brassy Brass (72.058) (Delta-E 3.55)
- Closest Army Painter: Greedy Gold (Delta-E 5.43)
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 metallic
Before adopting a substitute, check these points specific to this metallic 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
Copper (70.998) 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 Brassy Brass (72.058) (Delta E 3.55).
Yes, Copper (70.998) 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.
Copper (70.998) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Copper (70.998) equivalent is True Metal Brass (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Copper (70.998) is Brassy Brass (72.058) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 3.5).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Copper (70.998) is Greedy Gold (Army Painter) (ΔE 5.4).
Copper (70.998) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Copper (70.998) equivalent is True Metal Brass (AK Interactive) with Delta E 3.3. For Vallejo, the closest match to Copper (70.998) is Brassy Brass (72.058) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.5. For Army Painter, the closest match to Copper (70.998) is Greedy Gold (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.4.
Copper (70.998) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Brassy Brass (72.058) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 3.5.
Copper (70.998) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Greedy Gold (Army Painter) with Delta E 5.4.
Copper (70.998) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint with metallic pigments, Copper (70.998) reflects light differently than standard colours. The colour sits in the warm orange range.
Pigment particle size
Metallic paints use metal flakes that vary by brand. Copper (70.998) has a specific particle size.
Black vs white primer
The primer choice affects how Copper (70.998) reads. Over black the metallic appears deeper and richer.
NMM simulation vs true metallic
Copper (70.998) is a true metallic — the flakes do the work of simulating reflections.
Edge highlight preservation
Edge highlights on Copper (70.998) must contrast with the metallic base.
Tarnish and varnish
Metallic paints can tarnish over time. Copper (70.998) may need a varnish seal.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : True Metal Brass (AK Interactive) – ΔE 3.3
- Closest Vallejo option : Brassy Brass (72.058) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 3.5
- Closest Army Painter option : Greedy Gold (Army Painter) – ΔE 5.4
A metallic paint substitute only becomes trustworthy once it survives the same primer, wash, and varnish 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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