Mid Soviet Khaki vs Merm Green

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Merm Green is more muted, cooler than Mid Soviet Khaki.

Can I use Merm Green instead of Mid Soviet Khaki?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Merm Green is more muted, cooler than Mid Soviet Khaki.

Can I use Mid Soviet Khaki instead of Merm Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mid Soviet Khaki is 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.