Carbon Black: equivalents & matches
AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic · AK11223. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #110801
finish matte
type ink
family Black
Updated 17 July 2026
Closest equivalents in other brands
ΔE2000 color distance:0-2 nearly identical2-5 close match6-10 noticeable difference10+ different color
Screen preview: paint swatches on screen are approximate: finish, lighting, night-mode filters and display calibration all change what you see. Use them to compare relative differences, then confirm with the physical paint when finish and final appearance matter.
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 3.4 · close match
Army Painter
Dark Tone
ΔE 4.0 · close match
Vallejo
Black
ΔE 4.4 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Black Ink
ΔE 4.8 · close match
Citadel
Black Templar
ΔE 5.1 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Black
ΔE 13.4 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Pro Acryl equivalent of Carbon Black?
The closest Pro Acryl match for AK Interactive Carbon Black is Black Wash (200, Pro Acryl Wash) with a ΔE2000 distance of 3.4 (close match).
What color is Carbon Black?
Carbon Black is a translucent black miniature paint from AK Interactive (3rd Gen Acrylic), code AK11223. Its screen color is approximately #110801 with a matte finish.