Color Information
HEX
#761E1D
RGB
118, 30, 29
LAB
26.4, 38.0, 23.3
Product Code
72.012
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Red Oxide German WWII RAL 3009 by Mission Models (ΔE 2.4)
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Scarlet Red catalog data
More from VallejoScarlet Red by Vallejo (product code 72.012) is cataloged as acrylic, Game Color in the red color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #761E1D, RGB 118/30/29, and CIELAB 26.4/38.0/23.3. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
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Technical Color Analysis
Scarlet Red is a dark warm vibrant red with dark value (L*: 26.4). This warm color has saturated saturation (chroma: 44.6), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Dark
warm
Saturated
Deep color ideal for shadow areas, recesses, and providing contrast against lighter tones.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Rich, vivid color with strong presence. Good for focal points and vibrant subjects.
Recommended Undercoats
Black or Dark Grey
Dark colors can use fewer coats over dark primers
Grey
Neutral option if you want slightly easier corrections
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Dark value works well for shadow glazes or shading recesses
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a shadow in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers