Desert Olive Green vs Terran Khaki

How close are they?

ΔE 11.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Terran Khaki is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Desert Olive Green.

Can I use Terran Khaki instead of Desert Olive Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Terran Khaki is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Desert Olive Green.

Can I use Desert Olive Green instead of Terran Khaki?

The same difference applies the other way round: Desert Olive Green is a little darker, more muted, 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.