Macragge Blue: equivalents & matches

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

hex #0F3D7C finish matte type base 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

Royal Blue 70.809

Model Color

ΔE 1.6 · nearly identical

Deep Blue - Intense AK11182

3rd Gen Acrylic Intense

ΔE 5.2 · noticeable difference

Kimera Kolors

Ultramarine Blue

Expansion Set 1

ΔE 7.5 · noticeable difference

Two Thin Coats

Abyss Blue

Wave 2

ΔE 7.6 · noticeable difference

Similar paints

Royal Blue · 70.809

Vallejo · Model Color

Gothic Blue · WP3020P

Army Painter · Warpaints Fanatic

Approximate

Ultramarine Blue · WP3021P

Army Painter · Warpaints Fanatic

Approximate

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Highlight & shadow paints

Real paints closest to the ideal first highlight and shadow for Macragge Blue, using the layering model from the BrushForge app.

Highlight · step 1 of 2

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Complementary paints

Opposite-hue paints that make Macragge Blue pop. Great for basing, freehand, or contrast details.

Heavy Warm White

Pro Acryl · Pro Acryl Signature

Luminous Flesh

AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Vallejo equivalent of Macragge Blue?

The closest Vallejo match for Citadel Macragge Blue is Royal Blue (70.809, Model Color) with a ΔE2000 distance of 1.6 (nearly identical).

What color is Macragge Blue?

Macragge Blue is a standard blue miniature paint from Citadel (Base). Its screen color is approximately #0F3D7C with a matte finish.