Color-wise this is a moderate, very dark pink leaning cool. For highlights, the next step up in the Citadel range is Gal Vorbak Red. Barak-Nar Burgundy is a bit distinctive: no other brand carries a strong same-finish match, though Revell Purple (RAL 4007) comes nearest at 79 percent. Any substitute is a mixing base rather than a drop-in, so tune it on the model.
Barak-Nar Burgundy equivalents and near misses
Fair warning: nothing matches Citadel Barak-Nar Burgundy cleanly. The options below are the least bad, and every one of them drifts.
Closest Revell equivalent: Revell Purple (RAL 4007), a usable stand-in rather than a twin (delta E 4.1).
Nearest in the Vallejo catalog: Vallejo Royal Purple, workable at tabletop distance, not up close (delta E 4.6).
Best Monument Pro Acryl option: Monument Pro Acryl Purple, a usable stand-in rather than a twin (delta E 5.6).
From P3 Paints: P3 Paints Royal Violet, workable at tabletop distance, not up close (delta E 7.5).
Worth knowing before you swap: Revell Purple (RAL 4007) runs slightly more muted and lighter, which shows most where the paint thins over raised detail.
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80sUsable
<70Mix
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What is the closest equivalent to Citadel Barak-Nar Burgundy?
The closest same-finish match is Revell Purple (RAL 4007) at 79% color similarity.
Is there a Vallejo equivalent of Barak-Nar Burgundy?
Yes. The closest Vallejo option is Royal Purple at 77%, a same-finish match.
What color is Barak-Nar Burgundy?
Barak-Nar Burgundy is a very dark moderate pink with a cool undertone (hex #451636).
What do I highlight and shade Barak-Nar Burgundy with?
The next step up for highlighting Barak-Nar Burgundy is Gal Vorbak Red in the Citadel range. Nothing sits directly below it in the same lane, so reach for a wash to shade.