RAL 7028 Dunkelgelb (Initial) vs Krieg Khaki

How close are they?

ΔE 13.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Krieg Khaki is noticeably lighter than RAL 7028 Dunkelgelb (Initial).

Can I use Krieg Khaki instead of RAL 7028 Dunkelgelb (Initial)?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Krieg Khaki is noticeably lighter than RAL 7028 Dunkelgelb (Initial).

Can I use RAL 7028 Dunkelgelb (Initial) instead of Krieg Khaki?

The same difference applies the other way round: RAL 7028 Dunkelgelb (Initial) 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.