Iron Warriors vs Pig Iron

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pig Iron is noticeably lighter, more muted than Iron Warriors.

Can I use Pig Iron instead of Iron Warriors?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Pig Iron is noticeably lighter, more muted than Iron Warriors.

Can I use Iron Warriors instead of Pig Iron?

The same difference applies the other way round: Iron Warriors is noticeably darker, more saturated.

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.