NATO Brown vs Traitor Red

How close are they?

ΔE 5.9, very close: most people won’t see a difference side by side. Traitor Red is more muted, warmer than NATO Brown.

Can I use Traitor Red instead of NATO Brown?

Yes, for most jobs. Very close match (ΔE 6). Traitor Red is more muted, warmer than NATO Brown.

Can I use NATO Brown instead of Traitor Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: NATO Brown is more saturated, 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.