Purple Tone: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Warpaints. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #55415F
finish translucent
type wash
family Purple
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.
Scale75
Inktense Violet
ΔE 3.3 · close match
Citadel
Targor Rageshade
ΔE 6.3 · noticeable difference
Vallejo
Violet
ΔE 6.9 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Magi Purple Wash
ΔE 7.0 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Blue
ΔE 16.9 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 19.8 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Scale75 equivalent of Purple Tone?
The closest Scale75 match for Army Painter Purple Tone is Inktense Violet (SC82, Inktensity) with a ΔE2000 distance of 3.3 (close match).
What color is Purple Tone?
Purple Tone is a translucent purple miniature paint from Army Painter (Warpaints). Its screen color is approximately #55415F with a translucent finish.