RAL 7017 Dunkelbraun vs Rhinox Hide

How close are they?

ΔE 10.0, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Rhinox Hide is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than RAL 7017 Dunkelbraun.

Can I use Rhinox Hide instead of RAL 7017 Dunkelbraun?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 10). Rhinox Hide is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than RAL 7017 Dunkelbraun.

Can I use RAL 7017 Dunkelbraun instead of Rhinox Hide?

The same difference applies the other way round: RAL 7017 Dunkelbraun is a little lighter, more muted, warmer.

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.