Paratrooper Tan vs Bugman's Glow

How close are they?

ΔE 14.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Bugman's Glow is much more saturated than Paratrooper Tan.

Can I use Bugman's Glow instead of Paratrooper Tan?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Bugman's Glow is much more saturated than Paratrooper Tan.

Can I use Paratrooper Tan instead of Bugman's Glow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Paratrooper Tan is much 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.