Khaki vs Buff

How close are they?

ΔE 9.7, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Buff is a little lighter, more saturated than Khaki.

Can I use Buff instead of Khaki?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 10). Buff is a little lighter, more saturated than Khaki.

Can I use Khaki instead of Buff?

The same difference applies the other way round: Khaki is a little darker, more muted.

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.