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Sunset Red (70.802) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#E07040)
Sunset Red (70.802) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Sunset Red (70.802) equivalent is MEDIUM ORANGE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.7).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Sunset Red (70.802).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Sunset Red (70.802).
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Top 5 closest equivalents
These 5 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
1
Ta'unar Ochre 2Warhammer
ΔE 2.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
MEDIUM ORANGEAK Interactive
ΔE 2.7slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
DEEP ORANGEAK Interactive
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
BURN ORANGEAK Interactive
ΔE 4.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection5
Chotec Orange 4Warhammer
ΔE 4.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Sunset Red (70.802)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Sunset Red (70.802) in the current local catalogue is Ta'unar Ochre 2 from Warhammer (Delta-E 2.71).
- Closest overall: Ta'unar Ochre 2 (Warhammer, Delta-E 2.71)
- Closest Vallejo: Hot Orange (72.009) (Delta-E 4.75)
- Closest Army Painter: Burning Ore (Delta-E 5.41)
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
Sunset Red (70.802) 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, Sunset Red (70.802) 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.
Sunset Red (70.802) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Sunset Red (70.802) equivalent is MEDIUM ORANGE (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.7).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Sunset Red (70.802).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Sunset Red (70.802).
Sunset Red (70.802) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Sunset Red (70.802) equivalent is MEDIUM ORANGE (AK Interactive) with Delta E 2.7. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Sunset Red (70.802). No close Army Painter equivalent found for Sunset Red (70.802).
Sunset Red (70.802) Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Sunset Red (70.802).
Sunset Red (70.802) Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Sunset Red (70.802).
Sunset Red (70.802) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Sunset Red (70.802) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : MEDIUM ORANGE (AK Interactive) – ΔE 2.7
- 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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