RAF Dark Slate Grey vs Medium Drab

How close are they?

ΔE 10.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Medium Drab is a little darker, more saturated than RAF Dark Slate Grey.

Can I use Medium Drab instead of RAF Dark Slate Grey?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Medium Drab is a little darker, more saturated than RAF Dark Slate Grey.

Can I use RAF Dark Slate Grey instead of Medium Drab?

The same difference applies the other way round: RAF Dark Slate Grey is a little lighter, more muted.

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.