Rlm 79 (1942): equivalents & matches

AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic · AK11833. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #9C704D 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.

Citadel

Catachan Flesh

Base

ΔE 0.7 · nearly identical

Vallejo

Mustard Brown 70.769

Model Color

ΔE 1.3 · nearly identical

ΔE 6.6 · noticeable difference

Pro Acryl

Flameon Caramel Brown S28

Pro Acryl Signature

ΔE 8.3 · noticeable difference

Kimera Kolors

Yellow Oxide PY42

Base Set

ΔE 8.5 · noticeable difference

Similar paints

Catachan Flesh

Citadel · Base

Exact

Mustard Brown · 70.769

Vallejo · Model Color

Very close

Cork Brown · 70.843

Vallejo · Model Color

Very close

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Highlight & shadow paints

Real paints closest to the ideal first highlight and shadow for Rlm 79 (1942), using the layering model from the BrushForge app.

Highlight · step 1 of 2

AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic

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Complementary paints

Opposite-hue paints that make Rlm 79 (1942) pop. Great for basing, freehand, or contrast details.

Wwi German Light Blue

AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic

Dark Blue / Blue Tank Crew Base -73-

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Citadel equivalent of Rlm 79 (1942)?

The closest Citadel match for AK Interactive Rlm 79 (1942) is Catachan Flesh (Base) with a ΔE2000 distance of 0.7 (nearly identical).

What color is Rlm 79 (1942)?

Rlm 79 (1942) is a standard brown miniature paint from AK Interactive (3rd Gen Acrylic), code AK11833. Its screen color is approximately #9C704D with a matte finish.