Paratrooper Tan vs Beige Red

How close are they?

ΔE 14.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Beige Red is a little darker, much more saturated, cooler than Paratrooper Tan.

Can I use Beige Red instead of Paratrooper Tan?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Beige Red is a little darker, much more saturated, cooler than Paratrooper Tan.

Can I use Paratrooper Tan instead of Beige Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Paratrooper Tan is a little lighter, much more muted, 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.