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Paint equivalent guide

Hierotek Green 2 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#00542D)

Hierotek Green 2 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Hierotek Green 2 equivalent is LIZARD GREEN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Hierotek Green 2 is Deep Green (70.970) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.3).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Hierotek Green 2.

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Top 4 closest equivalents

These 4 substitutes are ranked by Delta-E accuracy. Each entry includes a behaviour comment.

1
LIZARD GREENAK Interactive
ΔE 2.4slight colour difference, well within acceptable range
2
SC-44 Sherwood GreenScale75
ΔE 4.0moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
3
Irati GreenScale75
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection
4
Deep Green (70.970)Vallejo Model Color
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection

Best equivalents by brand

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Direct answer

Which equivalent should you pick for Hierotek Green 2?

The closest cross-brand equivalent to Hierotek Green 2 in the current local catalogue is LIZARD GREEN from AK Interactive (Delta-E 2.4).

  • Closest overall: LIZARD GREEN (AK Interactive, Delta-E 2.4)
  • Closest Vallejo: Deep Green (70.970) (Delta-E 4.32)
  • Closest Army Painter: Guardian Green (Delta-E 5.31)

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

Hierotek Green 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 Deep Green (70.970) (Delta E 4.32).

Yes, Hierotek Green 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.

Hierotek Green 2 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Hierotek Green 2 equivalent is LIZARD GREEN (AK Interactive) (ΔE 2.4).
For Vallejo, the closest match to Hierotek Green 2 is Deep Green (70.970) (Vallejo Model Color) (ΔE 4.3).
No close Army Painter equivalent found for Hierotek Green 2.

Hierotek Green 2 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.

The closest Hierotek Green 2 equivalent is LIZARD GREEN (AK Interactive) with Delta E 2.4. For Vallejo, the closest match to Hierotek Green 2 is Deep Green (70.970) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.3. No close Army Painter equivalent found for Hierotek Green 2.

Hierotek Green 2 Vallejo equivalent

The closest Vallejo match is Deep Green (70.970) (Vallejo Model Color) with Delta E 4.3.

Hierotek Green 2 Army Painter equivalent

No Army Painter equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Hierotek Green 2.

Hierotek Green 2 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison

As a paint, Hierotek Green 2 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the deep green range.

Brand comparison

  • Closest equivalent : LIZARD GREEN (AK Interactive) – ΔE 2.4
  • Closest Vallejo option : Deep Green (70.970) (Vallejo Model Color) – ΔE 4.3
  • 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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