Field Green FS 34097 vs Pestilent Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 11.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pestilent Flesh is noticeably lighter than Field Green FS 34097.

Can I use Pestilent Flesh instead of Field Green FS 34097?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Pestilent Flesh is noticeably lighter than Field Green FS 34097.

Can I use Field Green FS 34097 instead of Pestilent Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Field Green FS 34097 is noticeably darker.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.