Metallic Paint

Silver Grey (70.883) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#A0A098)

Silver Grey (70.883) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Silver Grey (70.883) equivalent is SC-03 Graphite (Scale75) (ΔE 2.6).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Silver Grey (70.883).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Silver Grey (70.883) is Grey Castle (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.7).

Vallejo Model Color acrylic #A0A098
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Top 3 closest equivalents

These 3 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
SC-03 GraphiteScale75
ΔE 2.6slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
OILY STEELAK Interactive
ΔE 5.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
3
NATURAL STEELAK Interactive
ΔE 5.4moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

Best equivalents by brand

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Silver Grey (70.883)?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Silver Grey (70.883) in the current local catalogue is Aluminium (Metallic) from AK Interactive (Delta-E 1.32).

  • Closest overall: Aluminium (Metallic) (AK Interactive, Delta-E 1.32)
  • Closest Vallejo: Stonewall Grey (72.049) (Delta-E 8.58)
  • Closest Army Painter: Grey Castle (Delta-E 2.67)

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.

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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

Silver Grey (70.883) 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, Silver Grey (70.883) 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.

Silver Grey (70.883) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Silver Grey (70.883) equivalent is SC-03 Graphite (Scale75) (ΔE 2.6).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Silver Grey (70.883).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Silver Grey (70.883) is Grey Castle (Army Painter) (ΔE 2.7).

Silver Grey (70.883) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest Silver Grey (70.883) equivalent is SC-03 Graphite (Scale75) with Delta E 2.6. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Silver Grey (70.883). For Army Painter, the closest match to Silver Grey (70.883) is Grey Castle (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.7.

Silver Grey (70.883) Vallejo equivalent

No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Silver Grey (70.883).

Silver Grey (70.883) Army Painter equivalent

The best Army Painter option is Grey Castle (Army Painter) with Delta E 2.7.

Silver Grey (70.883) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint with metallic pigments, Silver Grey (70.883) reflects light differently than standard colours. The colour sits in the neutral grey range.

Pigment particle size

Metallic paints use metal flakes that vary by brand. Silver Grey (70.883) has a specific particle size.

Black vs white primer

The primer choice affects how Silver Grey (70.883) reads. Over black the metallic appears deeper and richer.

NMM simulation vs true metallic

Silver Grey (70.883) is a true metallic — the flakes do the work of simulating reflections.

Edge highlight preservation

Edge highlights on Silver Grey (70.883) must contrast with the metallic base.

Tarnish and varnish

Metallic paints can tarnish over time. Silver Grey (70.883) may need a varnish seal.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : SC-03 Graphite (Scale75) – ΔE 2.6
  • Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
  • Closest Army Painter option : Grey Castle (Army Painter) – ΔE 2.7

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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