Runic Grey: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint 2.0 · WP2016. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #5A6473
finish translucent
type contrast
family Blue
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
Iceberg Grey
ΔE 6.5 · noticeable difference
Citadel
Tyran Blue
ΔE 8.1 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Blue
ΔE 11.7 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Tempest Blue Wash
ΔE 11.9 · different color
AK Interactive
Sooty Black
ΔE 19.4 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 25.7 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Vallejo equivalent of Runic Grey?
The closest Vallejo match for Army Painter Runic Grey is Iceberg Grey (72.463, Xpress Color) with a ΔE2000 distance of 6.5 (noticeable difference).
What color is Runic Grey?
Runic Grey is a translucent blue miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint 2.0), code WP2016. Its screen color is approximately #5A6473 with a translucent finish.