Chimera Red vs Shadow Red

How close are they?

ΔE 9.0, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Shadow Red is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Chimera Red.

Can I use Shadow Red instead of Chimera Red?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Shadow Red is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Chimera Red.

Can I use Chimera Red instead of Shadow Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Chimera Red is a little lighter, more saturated, 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.