Matching it is straightforward: Revell Luminous Yellow/Leuchtgelb (RAL 1026) lands at 90 percent in the same finish, and 5 brands in all carry a close same-finish swap. Lemon Yellow is a very light vivid yellow with a warm undertone. To deepen it, Yellow is the darker step in the same Humbrol range. Bottom line: run out mid-project and another brand will get you within a shade.
Closest equivalents
The closest cross-brand match is Revell Luminous Yellow/Leuchtgelb (RAL 1026) at 90% similarity. Same-finish paints rank before color-only matches.
How to read the score
90+Close
80sUsable
<70Mix
Revell
AK Interactive
Citadel
Scale75
Tamiya
Vallejo
Green Stuff World
Two Thin Coats
The Army Painter
About this color
Color profile
Highlight and shade ladder
Pairs well with
Try any paint in the scheme toolMatch difficulty
Found in 5 other brands with a same-finish match.
Where painters use it
Frequently asked
What is the closest equivalent to Humbrol Lemon Yellow?
The closest same-finish match is Revell Luminous Yellow/Leuchtgelb (RAL 1026) at 90% color similarity.
Is there a Citadel equivalent of Lemon Yellow?
Yes. The closest Citadel option is Flash Gitz Yellow at 84%, a same-finish match.
What color is Lemon Yellow?
Lemon Yellow is a very light vivid yellow with a warm undertone (hex #FAFA33).
What do I highlight and shade Lemon Yellow with?
Shade Lemon Yellow with Yellow in the same Humbrol range. For highlights, mix in a lighter tone or move to a brighter paint in the lane.