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Paint equivalent guide
Carthalos Skin 2 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#2D140C)
Carthalos Skin 2 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Carthalos Skin 2 equivalent is HULL RED (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.7).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Carthalos Skin 2 is Black Red (70.859) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.4).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Carthalos Skin 2.
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Top 4 closest equivalents
These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.
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HULL REDAK Interactive
ΔE 3.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
BURNT TINAK Interactive
ΔE 4.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
WWI French BrownAK Interactive
ΔE 4.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
Black Red (70.859)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 6.4significant colour distance -- test before committingBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Carthalos Skin 2?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Carthalos Skin 2 in the current local catalogue is HULL RED from AK Interactive (Delta-E 3.72).
- Closest overall: HULL RED (AK Interactive, Delta-E 3.72)
- Closest Vallejo: Black Red (70.859) (Delta-E 6.38)
- Closest Army Painter: Banshee Brown (Delta-E 6.87)
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
Carthalos Skin 2 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 Black Red (70.859) (Delta E 6.38).
Yes, Carthalos Skin 2 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.
Carthalos Skin 2 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Carthalos Skin 2 equivalent is HULL RED (AK Interactive) (ΔE 3.7).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Carthalos Skin 2 is Black Red (70.859) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 6.4).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Carthalos Skin 2.
Carthalos Skin 2 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Carthalos Skin 2 equivalent is HULL RED (AK Interactive) with Delta E 3.7. For Vallejo, the closest match to Carthalos Skin 2 is Black Red (70.859) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.4. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Carthalos Skin 2.
Carthalos Skin 2 Vallejo equivalent
The closest Vallejo match is Black Red (70.859) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 6.4.
Carthalos Skin 2 Army Painter equivalent
No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Carthalos Skin 2.
Carthalos Skin 2 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Carthalos Skin 2 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the near-black range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : HULL RED (AK Interactive) – ΔE 3.7
- Closest Vallejo option : Black Red (70.859) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 6.4
- 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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