RLM 82 Light Green vs Pale Green

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pale Green is a little lighter, more muted than RLM 82 Light Green.

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

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

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

The same difference applies the other way round: RLM 82 Light Green is a little 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.