Panzer Grey: equivalents & matches

Vallejo · Hobby Paint · 28.002. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #4B4C50 finish matte type color family Grey

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

Eshin Grey

Layer

ΔE 1.6 · nearly identical

Obsidian Skin WP3157P

Warpaints Fanatic

ΔE 7.2 · noticeable difference

Kimera Kolors

Oxide Brown Medium

Expansion Set 1

ΔE 7.6 · noticeable difference

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Highlight & shadow paints

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

Highlight · step 1 of 2

Miskatonic Grey SFG47

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The app adds a second, stronger step, a wash & glaze mode, and can pick highlights from the paints you already own. Open in the app →

Complementary paints

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

German White Tank Crew

Vallejo · Panzer Aces

Sky Grey FS 36463

AK Interactive · 3rd Gen Acrylic

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Citadel equivalent of Panzer Grey?

The closest Citadel match for Vallejo Panzer Grey is Eshin Grey (Layer) with a ΔE2000 distance of 1.6 (nearly identical).

What color is Panzer Grey?

Panzer Grey is a standard grey miniature paint from Vallejo (Hobby Paint), code 28.002. Its screen color is approximately #4B4C50 with a matte finish.