What is the difference between RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) and Rakarth Flesh?

ΔE 6 (very close). Rakarth Flesh is a little lighter, warmer. Swatch colours are estimates.

RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) vs Rakarth Flesh

RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)

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

Rakarth Flesh

Brand: Citadel / Warhammer
Range: Colour: Base
Type: an opaque base/layer paint
Swatch: #a8a090 (estimate)

How close are they?

ΔE 5.7, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Rakarth Flesh is a little lighter, warmer than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938).

Can I use Rakarth Flesh instead of RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Rakarth Flesh is a little lighter, warmer than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938).

Can I use RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) instead of Rakarth Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) is a little darker, cooler.

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 Rakarth Flesh on the colour wheel

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

RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) vs Typhon AshColour: Air · ΔE 7, close
RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) vs Underhive AshColour: Dry · ΔE 8, close
RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) vs Administratum GreyColour: Layer · ΔE 11, fair

Other AK Interactive paints close to Rakarth Flesh

Rakarth Flesh vs IJA #1 Hairyokushoku (Grey-Green) (AK11899)3rd Gen Air Series · ΔE 4, very close · closer than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)
Rakarth Flesh vs RAF Camouflage Beige (Hemp) BS381C/389 (AK11856)3rd Gen Air Series · ΔE 5, very close · closer than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)
Rakarth Flesh vs Warm Grey (AK11009)3rd Gen Standard · ΔE 6, close

All matches: RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) equivalents · Rakarth Flesh equivalents