Schokobraun RAL 8017 vs Basilisk Red

How close are they?

ΔE 12.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Basilisk Red is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Schokobraun RAL 8017.

Can I use Basilisk Red instead of Schokobraun RAL 8017?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Basilisk Red is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Schokobraun RAL 8017.

Can I use Schokobraun RAL 8017 instead of Basilisk Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Schokobraun RAL 8017 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.