Paratrooper Tan vs Caramel Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 11.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Caramel Brown is a little darker, more saturated than Paratrooper Tan.

Can I use Caramel Brown instead of Paratrooper Tan?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Caramel Brown is a little darker, more saturated than Paratrooper Tan.

Can I use Paratrooper Tan instead of Caramel Brown?

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