Graphite: equivalents & matches

AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic · AK11019. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #6C6E60 finish matte type color family Brown

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.

Vallejo

Afrikakorps Tank Crew 70.336

ΔE 5.1 · noticeable difference

Pro Acryl

Neutral Grey 075

Pro Acryl Standard

ΔE 9.4 · noticeable difference

Kimera Kolors

Oxide Green

Expansion Set 1

ΔE 13.0 · different color

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Highlight & shadow paints

Real paints closest to the ideal first highlight and shadow for Graphite, using the layering model from the BrushForge app.

Highlight · step 1 of 2

Bright Neutral Grey 045

Pro Acryl · Pro Acryl Standard

target

Shadow · step 1 of 2

Rlm 80 AK11834

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target

The app adds a second, stronger step, a wash & glaze mode, and can pick highlights from the paints you already own. Open in the app →

Complementary paints

Opposite-hue paints that make Graphite pop. Great for basing, freehand, or contrast details.

Decadent Purple

Two Thin Coats · Wave 3

White Glaze

Vallejo · Model Color

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Vallejo equivalent of Graphite?

The closest Vallejo match for AK Interactive Graphite is Afrikakorps Tank Crew (70.336, Panzer Aces) with a ΔE2000 distance of 2.9 (close match).

What color is Graphite?

Graphite is a standard brown miniature paint from AK Interactive (3rd Gen Acrylic), code AK11019. Its screen color is approximately #6C6E60 with a matte finish.