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Prussian Blue (70.965) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#0A2040)
Prussian Blue (70.965) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Prussian Blue (70.965) equivalent is SC-55 Deep Blue (Scale75) (ΔE 2.7).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Prussian Blue (70.965).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Prussian Blue (70.965) is Triumphant Navy (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.3).
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
SC-55 Deep BlueScale75
ΔE 2.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
Ultramar Blue 1Warhammer
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
Blue Gorkshroom 1Warhammer
ΔE 4.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
DARK BLUEAK Interactive
ΔE 4.6moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Prussian Blue (70.965)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Prussian Blue (70.965) in the current local catalogue is SC-55 Deep Blue from Scale75 (Delta-E 2.69).
- Closest overall: SC-55 Deep Blue (Scale75, Delta-E 2.69)
- Closest Vallejo: Night Blue (72.019) (Delta-E 6.37)
- Closest Army Painter: Triumphant Navy (Delta-E 4.35)
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
Prussian Blue (70.965) 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, Prussian Blue (70.965) 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.
Prussian Blue (70.965) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Prussian Blue (70.965) equivalent is SC-55 Deep Blue (Scale75) (ΔE 2.7).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Prussian Blue (70.965).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Prussian Blue (70.965) is Triumphant Navy (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.3).
Prussian Blue (70.965) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Prussian Blue (70.965) equivalent is SC-55 Deep Blue (Scale75) with Delta E 2.7. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Prussian Blue (70.965). For Army Painter, the closest match to Prussian Blue (70.965) is Triumphant Navy (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.3.
Prussian Blue (70.965) Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Prussian Blue (70.965).
Prussian Blue (70.965) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Triumphant Navy (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.3.
Prussian Blue (70.965) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Prussian Blue (70.965) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : SC-55 Deep Blue (Scale75) – ΔE 2.7
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- Closest Army Painter option : Triumphant Navy (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.3
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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