Metallic Orange vs Forged Red

How close are they?

ΔE 14.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Forged Red is a little lighter, much more muted than Metallic Orange.

Can I use Forged Red instead of Metallic Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Forged Red is a little lighter, much more muted than Metallic Orange.

Can I use Metallic Orange instead of Forged Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Metallic Orange is a little darker, 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.