What is the difference between RLM 83 and Prussian Blue?

ΔE 11 (fair). Prussian Blue is more saturated, warmer. Swatch colours are estimates.

RLM 83 vs Prussian Blue

RLM 83

Brand: AK Interactive
Range: 3rd Gen Air Series
Code: AK11839
Type: an opaque base/layer paint
Swatch: #394555 (estimate)

Prussian Blue

Brand: Vallejo
Range: Model Color
Code: 70.965
Type: an opaque base/layer paint
Swatch: #354364 (estimate)

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Prussian Blue is more saturated, warmer than RLM 83.

Can I use Prussian Blue instead of RLM 83?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Prussian Blue is more saturated, warmer than RLM 83.

Can I use RLM 83 instead of Prussian Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: RLM 83 is more muted, 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 83 on the colour wheel See Prussian Blue on the colour wheel

Other Vallejo paints close to RLM 83

RLM 83 vs Grey Blue (71.005)Model Air · ΔE 2, very close · closer than Prussian Blue
RLM 83 vs Luftwaffe Uniform (70.816)Model Color · ΔE 4, very close · closer than Prussian Blue
RLM 83 vs Blue Grey (71.115)Model Air · ΔE 4, very close · closer than Prussian Blue

Other AK Interactive paints close to Prussian Blue

Prussian Blue vs Ultramarine Blue (AK17027)AK Quick Gen · ΔE 3, very close · closer than RLM 83
Prussian Blue vs Dark Blue (AK11181)3rd Gen Standard · ΔE 11, fair · closer than RLM 83
Prussian Blue vs Clear Blue (AK11214)3rd Gen Standard · ΔE 11, fair

All matches: RLM 83 equivalents · Prussian Blue equivalents