Sooty Black: equivalents & matches
AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic · AK11222. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #5F5D48
finish matte
type ink
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
Ratling Grime
ΔE 2.7 · close match
Army Painter
Gunner Camo
ΔE 4.3 · close match
Vallejo
Camouflage Green
ΔE 7.0 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Olive
ΔE 9.5 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Battle Mud Wash
ΔE 10.5 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 23.4 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Sooty Black?
The closest Citadel match for AK Interactive Sooty Black is Ratling Grime (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 2.7 (close match).
What color is Sooty Black?
Sooty Black is a translucent brown miniature paint from AK Interactive (3rd Gen Acrylic), code AK11222. Its screen color is approximately #5F5D48 with a matte finish.