Pale Earth vs Mid Battle Dress

How close are they?

ΔE 8.2, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Mid Battle Dress is a little darker than Pale Earth.

Can I use Mid Battle Dress instead of Pale Earth?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Mid Battle Dress is a little darker than Pale Earth.

Can I use Pale Earth instead of Mid Battle Dress?

The same difference applies the other way round: Pale Earth is a little lighter.

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.