Poppy Red: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint 2.0. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #B9413C
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.
Citadel
Baal Red
ΔE 4.9 · close match
Vallejo
Cardinal Purple
ΔE 5.1 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Penetrating Red
ΔE 6.2 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Red
ΔE 6.3 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Warm Brown Ink
ΔE 6.6 · noticeable difference
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 15.0 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Poppy Red?
The closest Citadel match for Army Painter Poppy Red is Baal Red (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 4.9 (close match).
What color is Poppy Red?
Poppy Red is a translucent red miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint 2.0). Its screen color is approximately #B9413C with a translucent finish.