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Ultramarine Blue (70.839) Vallejo Model Color acrylic paint equivalents (#2060A0)
Ultramarine Blue (70.839) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Ultramarine Blue (70.839) equivalent is Electric Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Ultramarine Blue (70.839) is Electric Blue (72.023) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 1.6).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Ultramarine Blue (70.839) is Electric Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.3).
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Ultramarine Blue (70.839)?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Ultramarine Blue (70.839) in the current local catalogue is Electric Blue from Army Painter (Delta-E 1.27).
- Closest overall: Electric Blue (Army Painter, Delta-E 1.27)
- Closest Vallejo: Electric Blue (72.023) (Delta-E 1.56)
- Closest Army Painter: Electric Blue (Delta-E 1.27)
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
Ultramarine Blue (70.839) 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 Electric Blue (72.023) (Delta E 1.56).
Yes, Ultramarine Blue (70.839) 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.
Ultramarine Blue (70.839) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Ultramarine Blue (70.839) equivalent is Electric Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.3).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Ultramarine Blue (70.839) is Electric Blue (72.023) (Vallejo Game Color) (ΔE 1.6).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Ultramarine Blue (70.839) is Electric Blue (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.3).
Ultramarine Blue (70.839) is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Ultramarine Blue (70.839) equivalent is Electric Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.3. For Vallejo, the closest match to Ultramarine Blue (70.839) is Electric Blue (72.023) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 1.6. For Army Painter, the closest match to Ultramarine Blue (70.839) is Electric Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.3.
Ultramarine Blue (70.839) Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Electric Blue (72.023) (Vallejo Game Color) with Delta E 1.6.
Ultramarine Blue (70.839) Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Electric Blue (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.3.
Ultramarine Blue (70.839) equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Ultramarine Blue (70.839) requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep blue range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Electric Blue (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.3
- Closest Vallejo option : Electric Blue (72.023) (Vallejo Game Color) – ΔE 1.6
- Closest Army Painter option : Electric Blue (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.3
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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