Viking Grey - Intense: equivalents & matches
Vallejo · Xpress Color Intense · 72.483. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #3C4146
finish translucent
type contrast
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.
Army Painter
Gravelord Grey
ΔE 2.4 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Oblivion Black Wash
ΔE 8.0 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Black
ΔE 8.0 · noticeable difference
Citadel
Black Legion
ΔE 9.9 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Night Blue
ΔE 13.1 · different color
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 17.4 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Army Painter equivalent of Viking Grey - Intense?
The closest Army Painter match for Vallejo Viking Grey - Intense is Gravelord Grey (Speedpaint Set 2.0) with a ΔE2000 distance of 2.4 (close match).
What color is Viking Grey - Intense?
Viking Grey - Intense is a translucent blue miniature paint from Vallejo (Xpress Color Intense), code 72.483. Its screen color is approximately #3C4146 with a translucent finish.