Rlm 74: equivalents & matches

AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic · AK11825. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #595853 finish matte type color family Grey

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

Violet Grey 70.773

Model Color

ΔE 1.9 · nearly identical

ΔE 6.6 · noticeable difference

Army Painter

Crypt Wraith WP1413

Warpaints

ΔE 7.0 · noticeable difference

Kimera Kolors

Oxide Brown Medium

Expansion Set 1

ΔE 9.6 · noticeable difference

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Violet Grey · 70.773

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Very close

French Blue · AK11166

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Very close

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Highlight & shadow paints

Real paints closest to the ideal first highlight and shadow for Rlm 74, using the layering model from the BrushForge app.

Highlight · step 1 of 2

Raf Sky Grey AK11848

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Complementary paints

Opposite-hue paints that make Rlm 74 pop. Great for basing, freehand, or contrast details.

Pale Grey

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Brigade Grey

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Vallejo equivalent of Rlm 74?

The closest Vallejo match for AK Interactive Rlm 74 is Violet Grey (70.773, Model Color) with a ΔE2000 distance of 1.9 (nearly identical).

What color is Rlm 74?

Rlm 74 is a standard grey miniature paint from AK Interactive (3rd Gen Acrylic), code AK11825. Its screen color is approximately #595853 with a matte finish.

Rlm 74: equivalents & matches

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