Ultramarine Blue vs Tesla Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 8.5, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Tesla Blue is a little lighter, more saturated than Ultramarine Blue.

Can I use Tesla Blue instead of Ultramarine Blue?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Tesla Blue is a little lighter, more saturated than Ultramarine Blue.

Can I use Ultramarine Blue instead of Tesla Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ultramarine Blue is a little 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.