Inktense Red: equivalents & matches
Scale75 · Inktensity · SC85. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #AF2332
finish translucent
type wash
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.
Citadel
Baal Red
ΔE 1.7 · nearly identical
Army Painter
Blood Red
ΔE 2.9 · close match
Vallejo
Plasma Red
ΔE 5.3 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Warm Brown Ink
ΔE 5.8 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Red
ΔE 8.7 · noticeable difference
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 14.0 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Inktense Red?
The closest Citadel match for Scale75 Inktense Red is Baal Red (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 1.7 (nearly identical).
What color is Inktense Red?
Inktense Red is a translucent red miniature paint from Scale75 (Inktensity), code SC85. Its screen color is approximately #AF2332 with a translucent finish.