Vampiric Purple: equivalents & matches
Vallejo · Xpress Color · 72.461. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #492857
finish translucent
type contrast
family Purple
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
Hive Dweller Purple
ΔE 4.9 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Magi Purple Wash
ΔE 5.9 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Violet
ΔE 7.0 · noticeable difference
Citadel
Luxion Purple
ΔE 7.5 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Blue
ΔE 14.0 · different color
Pro Acryl
Brown Wash
ΔE 23.6 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Army Painter equivalent of Vampiric Purple?
The closest Army Painter match for Vallejo Vampiric Purple is Hive Dweller Purple (Speedpaint Set 2.0) with a ΔE2000 distance of 4.9 (close match).
What color is Vampiric Purple?
Vampiric Purple is a translucent purple miniature paint from Vallejo (Xpress Color), code 72.461. Its screen color is approximately #492857 with a translucent finish.