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Paint equivalent guide
Ta'unar Ochre 5 Warhammer acrylic paint equivalents (#E9B06E)
Ta'unar Ochre 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Ta'unar Ochre 5 equivalent is Elf Flesh (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 3.0).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Ta'unar Ochre 5.
For Army Painter, the closest match to Ta'unar Ochre 5 is Hearthborn (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.8).
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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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RADIANT FLESHAK Interactive
ΔE 4.3moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection2
BASIC SKIN TONEAK Interactive
ΔE 4.5moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspection3
OCHER ORANGEAK Interactive
ΔE 4.7moderate colour difference, noticeable on close inspectionBest equivalents by brand
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Direct answer
Which equivalent should you pick for Ta'unar Ochre 5?
The closest cross-brand equivalent to Ta'unar Ochre 5 in the current local catalogue is Meteor Rock from Army Painter (Delta-E 2.45).
- Closest overall: Meteor Rock (Army Painter, Delta-E 2.45)
- Closest Vallejo: Elf Flesh (72.004) (Delta-E 6.02)
- Closest Army Painter: Meteor Rock (Delta-E 2.45)
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
Ta'unar Ochre 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, Ta'unar Ochre 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.
Ta'unar Ochre 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Ta'unar Ochre 5 equivalent is Elf Flesh (Citadel (Games Workshop)) (ΔE 3.0).
No close Vallejo equivalent found for Ta'unar Ochre 5.
For Army Painter, the closest match to Ta'unar Ochre 5 is Hearthborn (Army Painter) (ΔE 4.8).
Ta'unar Ochre 5 is a key paint in the Citadel range, valued for its consistent finish and reliable coverage across Warhammer projects.
The closest Ta'unar Ochre 5 equivalent is Elf Flesh (Citadel (Games Workshop)) with Delta E 3.0. No close Vallejo equivalent found for Ta'unar Ochre 5. For Army Painter, the closest match to Ta'unar Ochre 5 is Hearthborn (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.8.
Ta'unar Ochre 5 Vallejo equivalent
No Vallejo equivalent within an acceptable colour distance was found for Ta'unar Ochre 5.
Ta'unar Ochre 5 Army Painter equivalent
The best Army Painter option is Hearthborn (Army Painter) with Delta E 4.8.
Ta'unar Ochre 5 equivalent and alternative: brand comparison
As a paint, Ta'unar Ochre 5 requires specific handling that affects how any substitute performs. The colour sits in the warm orange range.
Brand comparison
- Closest equivalent : Elf Flesh (Citadel (Games Workshop)) – ΔE 3.0
- Closest Vallejo option : no close Vallejo equivalent
- Closest Army Painter option : Hearthborn (Army Painter) – ΔE 4.8
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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