Mars Red vs The Red Baron

How close are they?

ΔE 12.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. The Red Baron is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Mars Red.

Can I use The Red Baron instead of Mars Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). The Red Baron is noticeably lighter, more saturated than Mars Red.

Can I use Mars Red instead of The Red Baron?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mars Red is noticeably darker, more muted.

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.