Baal Red: equivalents & matches
Citadel · Contrast. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #B42832
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.
Scale75
Inktense Red
ΔE 1.7 · nearly identical
Army Painter
Blood Red
ΔE 2.9 · close match
Vallejo
Cardinal Purple
ΔE 4.5 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Warm Brown Ink
ΔE 5.2 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Red
ΔE 7.3 · noticeable difference
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 14.5 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Scale75 equivalent of Baal Red?
The closest Scale75 match for Citadel Baal Red is Inktense Red (SC85, Inktensity) with a ΔE2000 distance of 1.7 (nearly identical).
What color is Baal Red?
Baal Red is a translucent red miniature paint from Citadel (Contrast). Its screen color is approximately #B42832 with a translucent finish.