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Paint equivalent guide
Hawkshroud Yellow 5 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#FDE07E)
Hawkshroud Yellow 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Hawkshroud Yellow 5 equivalent is PASTEL YELLOW (AK Interactive) (ΔE 1.8).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Hawkshroud Yellow 5.
For Army Painter, the closest match to Hawkshroud Yellow 5 is Space Dust (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.4).
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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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PASTEL YELLOWAK Interactive
ΔE 1.8slight colour difference, well within acceptable range2
PALE SANDAK Interactive
ΔE 2.9slight colour difference, well within acceptable range3
PALE YELLOWAK Interactive
ΔE 4.1moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection4
ICE YELLOWAK Interactive
ΔE 4.8moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Hawkshroud Yellow 5?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Hawkshroud Yellow 5 in the current local catalogue is Space Dust from Army Painter (Delta-E 1.38).
- Closest overall: Space Dust (Army Painter, Delta-E 1.38)
- Closest Vallejo: Pale Yellow (72.097) (Delta-E 6.25)
- Closest Army Painter: Space Dust (Delta-E 1.38)
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
Hawkshroud Yellow 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.
No reliable Vallejo match appears in the current top equivalents.
Yes, Hawkshroud Yellow 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.
Hawkshroud Yellow 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Hawkshroud Yellow 5 equivalent is PASTEL YELLOW (AK Interactive) (ΔE 1.8).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Hawkshroud Yellow 5.
For Army Painter, the closest match to Hawkshroud Yellow 5 is Space Dust (Army Painter) (ΔE 1.4).
Hawkshroud Yellow 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Hawkshroud Yellow 5 equivalent is PASTEL YELLOW (AK Interactive) with Delta E 1.8. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Hawkshroud Yellow 5. For Army Painter, the closest match to Hawkshroud Yellow 5 is Space Dust (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.4.
Hawkshroud Yellow 5 Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Hawkshroud Yellow 5.
Hawkshroud Yellow 5 Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Space Dust (Army Painter) with Delta E 1.4.
Hawkshroud Yellow 5 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Hawkshroud Yellow 5 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the warm yellow range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : PASTEL YELLOW (AK Interactive) – ΔE 1.8
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- Closest Army Painter option : Space Dust (Army Painter) – ΔE 1.4
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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