What is the difference between RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) and Typhon Ash?

ΔE 7 (close). Typhon Ash is a little darker, more muted. Swatch colours are estimates.

RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) vs Typhon Ash

RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)

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

Typhon Ash

Brand: Citadel / Warhammer
Range: Colour: Air
Type: an opaque base/layer paint
Swatch: #8a8a82 (estimate)

How close are they?

ΔE 7.3, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Typhon Ash is a little darker, more muted than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938).

Can I use Typhon Ash instead of RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 7). Typhon Ash is a little darker, more muted than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938).

Can I use RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) instead of Typhon Ash?

The same difference applies the other way round: RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) is a little lighter, 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 Typhon Ash on the colour wheel

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

RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) vs Rakarth FleshColour: Base · ΔE 6, very close · closer than Typhon Ash
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 Typhon Ash

Typhon Ash vs French Army Grey-Blue (AK11365)3rd Gen AFV Series · ΔE 2, very close · closer than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)
Typhon Ash vs IJN J3 Hai-iro (Grey) (AK11891)3rd Gen Air Series · ΔE 4, very close · closer than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)
Typhon Ash vs Aggressor Grey FS 36251 (AK11885)3rd Gen Air Series · ΔE 6, close · closer than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938)

All matches: RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1938) equivalents · Typhon Ash equivalents