RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1941) vs Light Battle Dress

How close are they?

ΔE 9.4, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Light Battle Dress is a little lighter, warmer than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1941).

Can I use Light Battle Dress instead of RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1941)?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Light Battle Dress is a little lighter, warmer than RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1941).

Can I use RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1941) instead of Light Battle Dress?

The same difference applies the other way round: RLM 02 RLM-Grau (1941) 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.