Straken Green vs RLM 82 Light Green

How close are they?

ΔE 10.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. RLM 82 Light Green is a little lighter, cooler than Straken Green.

Can I use RLM 82 Light Green instead of Straken Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). RLM 82 Light Green is a little lighter, cooler than Straken Green.

Can I use Straken Green instead of RLM 82 Light Green?

The same difference applies the other way round: Straken Green is a little darker, warmer.

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.