Rotbraun RAL 8012 vs Dragon Red

How close are they?

ΔE 13.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Dragon Red is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Rotbraun RAL 8012.

Can I use Dragon Red instead of Rotbraun RAL 8012?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Dragon Red is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Rotbraun RAL 8012.

Can I use Rotbraun RAL 8012 instead of Dragon Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Rotbraun RAL 8012 is a little darker, more muted, warmer.

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.