Manticore Ochre vs Yellow RLM04

How close are they?

ΔE 11.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Yellow RLM04 is more saturated than Manticore Ochre.

Can I use Yellow RLM04 instead of Manticore Ochre?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Yellow RLM04 is more saturated than Manticore Ochre.

Can I use Manticore Ochre instead of Yellow RLM04?

The same difference applies the other way round: Manticore Ochre is more muted.

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.