Thunderbird Blue: equivalents & matches

Army Painter · Speedpaint Set 2.0. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #66B797 finish translucent type speedpaint family Green

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
Nighthaunt Gloom
Contrast
ΔE 6.6 · noticeable difference
Vallejo
Green Wash 73.205
Game Color Wash
ΔE 13.6 · different color
AK Interactive
Clear Green AK11216
3rd Gen Acrylic Clear
ΔE 18.2 · different color
Scale75
Inktense Lime SC100
Inktensity
ΔE 18.9 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Smoke Grey Wash
Wave 3
ΔE 21.9 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash 202
Pro Acryl Wash
ΔE 54.3 · different color

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Citadel equivalent of Thunderbird Blue?
The closest Citadel match for Army Painter Thunderbird Blue is Nighthaunt Gloom (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 6.6 (noticeable difference).
What color is Thunderbird Blue?
Thunderbird Blue is a translucent green miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint Set 2.0). Its screen color is approximately #66B797 with a translucent finish.

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