Blood Red
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Paint equivalent guide
Bloodtoof Red 5 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#EF353C)
Bloodtoof Red 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Bloodtoof Red 5 equivalent is DEAD RED (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Bloodtoof Red 5 is Vermillion (70.909) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.5).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Bloodtoof Red 5 is Legendary Red (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.6).
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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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DEAD REDAK Interactive
ΔE 3.2moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
RUBYAK Interactive
ΔE 5.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
Vermillion (70.909)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 6.5significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Bloodtoof Red 5?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Bloodtoof Red 5 in the current local catalogue is DEAD RED from AK Interactive (Delta-E 3.2).
- Closest overall: DEAD RED (AK Interactive, Delta-E 3.2)
- Closest Vallejo: Vermillion (70.909) (Delta-E 6.46)
- Closest Army Painter: Legendary Red (Delta-E 3.57)
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
Bloodtoof Red 5 is a paint from Warhammer. 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 Vermillion (70.909) (Delta E 6.46).
Yes, Bloodtoof Red 5 is currently part of the Warhammer 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.
Bloodtoof Red 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Bloodtoof Red 5 equivalent is DEAD RED (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.2).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Bloodtoof Red 5 is Vermillion (70.909) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.5).
For Army Painter, the closest match to Bloodtoof Red 5 is Legendary Red (Army Painter) (ΔE 3.6).
Bloodtoof Red 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Bloodtoof Red 5 equivalent is DEAD RED (AK Interactive) with Delta E 3.2. For Vallejo, the closest match to Bloodtoof Red 5 is Vermillion (70.909) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.5. For Army Painter, the closest match to Bloodtoof Red 5 is Legendary Red (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.6.
Bloodtoof Red 5 Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Vermillion (70.909) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.5.
Bloodtoof Red 5 Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Legendary Red (Army Painter) with Delta E 3.6.
Bloodtoof Red 5 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Bloodtoof Red 5 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the rich red range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : DEAD RED (AK Interactive) – ΔE 3.2
- Closest Vallejo option : Vermillion (70.909) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 6.5
- Closest Army Painter option : Legendary Red (Army Painter) – ΔE 3.6
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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