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Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#5A6A7A)
Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) equivalent is GREY-BLUE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.6).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) is Deep Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.5).
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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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Stormwolf Blue 3Warhammer
ΔE 1.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
GREY-BLUEAK Interactive
ΔE 3.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Stormy Blue (72.018)Vallejo Game Color
ΔE 5.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) in the current local catalogue is Stormwolf Blue 3 from Warhammer (Delta-E 1.92).
- Closest overall: Stormwolf Blue 3 (Warhammer, Delta-E 1.92)
- Closest Vallejo: Stormy Blue (72.018) (Delta-E 5.63)
- Closest Army Painter: Deep Grey (Delta-E 6.53)
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
Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) 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 Stormy Blue (72.018) (Delta E 5.63).
Yes, Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) 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.
Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) equivalent is GREY-BLUE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 5.6).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) is Deep Grey (Army Painter) (ΔE 6.5).
Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) equivalent is GREY-BLUE (AK Interactive) with Delta E 3.3. For Vallejo, the closest match to Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.6. For Army Painter, the closest match to Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) is Deep Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.5.
Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 5.6.
Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Deep Grey (Army Painter) with Delta E 6.5.
Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : GREY-BLUE (AK Interactive) – ΔE 3.3
- Closest Vallejo option : Stormy Blue (72.018) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 5.6
- Closest Army Painter option : Deep Grey (Army Painter) – ΔE 6.5
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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