Battle Dress Green vs Green Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 14.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Green Ochre is a little lighter, warmer than Battle Dress Green.

Can I use Green Ochre instead of Battle Dress Green?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Green Ochre is a little lighter, warmer than Battle Dress Green.

Can I use Battle Dress Green instead of Green Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Battle Dress Green is a little darker, cooler.

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.