Pla Intermediate Blue: equivalents & matches

AK Interactive · AFV Series · AK4253. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #285A75 finish matte type color family Blue

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.

Kimera Kolors

Phthalo Blue (Red Shade) PB15.2

ΔE 5.9 · noticeable difference

Two Thin Coats

Enchantment Blue

Wave 3

ΔE 6.3 · noticeable difference

Pro Acryl

Dark Jade S01

Pro Acryl Signature

ΔE 7.8 · noticeable difference

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Phthalo Blue (Red Shade) · PB15.2

Kimera Kolors · Base Set

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Highlight & shadow paints

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

Highlight · step 1 of 2

Sky Blue 70.961

Vallejo · Model Color

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Complementary paints

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

Off-White

Vallejo · Model Color

Mummy Robes

Army Painter · Warpaints

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Kimera Kolors equivalent of Pla Intermediate Blue?

The closest Kimera Kolors match for AK Interactive Pla Intermediate Blue is Phthalo Blue (Red Shade) (PB15.2, Base Set) with a ΔE2000 distance of 2.9 (close match).

What color is Pla Intermediate Blue?

Pla Intermediate Blue is a standard blue miniature paint from AK Interactive (AFV Series), code AK4253. Its screen color is approximately #285A75 with a matte finish.