XV-88 vs Noble Steed Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 14.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Noble Steed Brown is a little darker, much more muted than XV-88.

Can I use Noble Steed Brown instead of XV-88?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Noble Steed Brown is a little darker, much more muted than XV-88.

Can I use XV-88 instead of Noble Steed Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: XV-88 is a little lighter, much 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.