M-485 Blue-Grey's approximate swatch sits in the blue family: mid-tone in tone, muted in saturation, cool in cast. For a possible shade and highlight, compare Ducat Blue and Wwi German Fokker Grey, both AK Interactive paints selected from the digital catalog. The leading same-type candidate, P3 Paints Frostbite, scores 82 percent digital color similarity, below our close-color tier. The score describes approximate digital colors, so assess any candidate on a test piece.
M-485 Blue-Grey equivalents in other ranges
Review paint type as well as the color score for M-485 Blue-Grey. These are approximate digital references, and a matching medium or sheen is not established by the group label.
Closest P3 Paints equivalent: P3 Paints Frostbite, some difference between the stored swatches (delta E 3.6).
Nearest in the Tamiya catalog: Tamiya XF-83 Medium Sea Grey 2, a broader digital color reference (delta E 4.1).
Best Humbrol option: Humbrol 111 Matt Uniform Grey, a larger difference between the stored swatches (delta E 4.7).
From Revell: Revell 57 Grey/Grau (RAL 7000), a broader digital color reference (delta E 4.8).
Our digital comparison places P3 Paints Frostbite slightly warmer than the original swatch. Use that as a clue for selecting test paints, not a prediction of dried-paint appearance.
How to read the score
96–100Very close color
88–95Close color
78–87Similar color
0–77Loose color match
Scores compare approximate digital swatches. Test the paint before substituting.
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About this color
Color profile
Highlight and shade ladder
Match difficulty
Found in 2 other brands with a similar digital color in the same catalog paint-type group.
Possible uses for this color
Frequently asked
What is the closest equivalent to AK Interactive M-485 Blue-Grey?
The leading match in the same broad paint-type group is P3 Paints Frostbite at 82% digital color similarity. Check sheen, medium and coverage before substituting.
What color is M-485 Blue-Grey?
The approximate digital swatch for M-485 Blue-Grey is a mid-tone muted blue with a cool undertone (hex #70848B). It is not a physical paint measurement.
What do I highlight and shade M-485 Blue-Grey with?
The digital catalog suggests testing Wwi German Fokker Grey for a lighter step and Ducat Blue for a darker step, both from AK Interactive. These are computed color suggestions, not tested layering recipes.