Administratum Grey vs Light Aircraft Gray BS381C 627

How close are they?

ΔE 9.1, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Light Aircraft Gray BS381C 627 is more saturated than Administratum Grey.

Can I use Light Aircraft Gray BS381C 627 instead of Administratum Grey?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Light Aircraft Gray BS381C 627 is more saturated than Administratum Grey.

Can I use Administratum Grey instead of Light Aircraft Gray BS381C 627?

The same difference applies the other way round: Administratum Grey is 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.