Light Grey FS 36495 vs MiG-25/MiG-31 Grey

How close are they?

ΔE 3.9, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. MiG-25/MiG-31 Grey is a little darker than Light Grey FS 36495.

Can I use MiG-25/MiG-31 Grey instead of Light Grey FS 36495?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 4). MiG-25/MiG-31 Grey is a little darker than Light Grey FS 36495.

Can I use Light Grey FS 36495 instead of MiG-25/MiG-31 Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: Light Grey FS 36495 is a little lighter.

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.