Barren Dune: equivalents & matches

Army Painter · Warpaints Fanatic · WP3084P. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #DEBB72 finish matte type color family Orange

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

Beige 70.917

Model Color

ΔE 1.5 · nearly identical

AK Interactive

New Iraqi Army Sand AK11361

ΔE 11.9 · different color

Similar paints

Beige · 70.917

Vallejo · Model Color

Goblin Skin · WP1720

Army Painter · D&D Nolzur's Marvelous Pigments

Approximate

RAL 8020 Gelbbraun · AK700

AK Interactive · AFV Series

Approximate

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Highlight & shadow paints

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

Highlight · step 1 of 2

Portland Stone No.64 AK11378

AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic

target

Shadow · step 1 of 2

Orange Brown AK11101

AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic

target

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Complementary paints

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

Triumphant Navy

Army Painter · Warpaints Fanatic

Dark Blue

Pro Acryl · Pro Acryl Standard

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Vallejo equivalent of Barren Dune?

The closest Vallejo match for Army Painter Barren Dune is Beige (70.917, Model Color) with a ΔE2000 distance of 1.5 (nearly identical).

What color is Barren Dune?

Barren Dune is a standard orange miniature paint from Army Painter (Warpaints Fanatic), code WP3084P. Its screen color is approximately #DEBB72 with a matte finish.