Administratum Grey vs Medium Gray

How close are they?

ΔE 7.8, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Medium Gray is more saturated than Administratum Grey.

Can I use Medium Gray instead of Administratum Grey?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Medium Gray is more saturated than Administratum Grey.

Can I use Administratum Grey instead of Medium Gray?

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.