Ruby Red: equivalents & matches
Vallejo · TMM Base · 77.126. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #BD2A3E
finish metallic
type metallic
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.
Army Painter
Gemstone
ΔE 5.7 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Foundry Red
ΔE 6.4 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Ruby Alchemy
ΔE 13.5 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Overlord Brass
ΔE 18.4 · different color
Citadel
Warplock Bronze
ΔE 19.4 · different color
Pro Acryl
Bronze
ΔE 24.5 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Army Painter equivalent of Ruby Red?
The closest Army Painter match for Vallejo Ruby Red is Gemstone (Metallic Colours Paint Set) with a ΔE2000 distance of 5.7 (noticeable difference).
What color is Ruby Red?
Ruby Red is a metallic red miniature paint from Vallejo (TMM Base), code 77.126. Its screen color is approximately #BD2A3E with a metallic finish.