RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) vs Administratum Grey

RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)

Brand
AK Interactive
Range
3rd Gen Air Series
Code
AK11811
Type
an opaque base/layer paint
Swatch
#979481 (estimate)

Administratum Grey

Brand
Citadel / Warhammer
Range
Colour: Layer
Type
an opaque base/layer paint
Swatch
#8a9090 (estimate)

How close are they?

ΔE 11.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Administratum Grey is more muted than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938).

Can I use Administratum Grey instead of RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Administratum Grey is more muted than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938).

Can I use RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) instead of Administratum Grey?

The same difference applies the other way round: RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) is more saturated.

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.

See RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) on the colour wheel See Administratum Grey on the colour wheel

Other Citadel paints close to RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)

Other AK Interactive paints close to Administratum Grey

All matches: RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) equivalents · Administratum Grey equivalents

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