Carroburg Crimson: equivalents & matches

Citadel · Shade. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #BE80A4 finish translucent type wash family Pink

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
Fluid Pink 72.459
Xpress Color
ΔE 7.0 · noticeable difference
Army Painter
Familiar Pink WP2038
Speedpaint 2.0
ΔE 7.5 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Purple AK11224
3rd Gen Acrylic
ΔE 7.6 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Purple Glaze
Wave 2
ΔE 12.9 · different color
Scale75
Inktense Red SC85
Inktensity
ΔE 29.9 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash 202
Pro Acryl Wash
ΔE 31.7 · different color

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Vallejo equivalent of Carroburg Crimson?
The closest Vallejo match for Citadel Carroburg Crimson is Fluid Pink (72.459, Xpress Color) with a ΔE2000 distance of 7.0 (noticeable difference).
What color is Carroburg Crimson?
Carroburg Crimson is a translucent pink miniature paint from Citadel (Shade). Its screen color is approximately #BE80A4 with a translucent finish.

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