Bright Red: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint 2.0 · WP2043. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #C84B41
finish translucent
type contrast
family Red
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
Dark Rust
ΔE 5.2 · noticeable difference
Citadel
Magmadroth Flame
ΔE 6.4 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Penetrating Red
ΔE 7.1 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Warm Brown Ink
ΔE 10.3 · different color
Scale75
Inktense Red
ΔE 10.5 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 18.2 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Vallejo equivalent of Bright Red?
The closest Vallejo match for Army Painter Bright Red is Dark Rust (76.507, Wash FX) with a ΔE2000 distance of 5.2 (noticeable difference).
What color is Bright Red?
Bright Red is a translucent red miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint 2.0), code WP2043. Its screen color is approximately #C84B41 with a translucent finish.