This is a common color; 4 other brands cover it, the nearest being AK Interactive Reddish Grey at 88 percent. Earth Brown (RAL 7006) is a mid-tone muted grey with a neutral cast. It builds a smooth gradient with R.A.F. Dark Earth underneath and Light Olive/Helloliv (RAL 7003) on the highlights, all in the Revell line. In practice you can substitute across brands here without anyone noticing at arm's length.
Closest equivalents
The closest cross-brand match is AK Interactive Reddish Grey at 88% similarity. Same-finish paints rank before color-only matches.
How to read the score
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80sUsable
<70Mix
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About this color
Color profile
Highlight and shade ladder
Pairs well with
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Found in 4 other brands with a same-finish match.
Where painters use it
Frequently asked
What is the closest equivalent to Revell Earth Brown (RAL 7006)?
The closest same-finish match is AK Interactive Reddish Grey at 88% color similarity.
Is there a Citadel equivalent of Earth Brown (RAL 7006)?
Yes. The closest Citadel option is Stormvermin Fur at 87%, a same-finish match.
What color is Earth Brown (RAL 7006)?
Earth Brown (RAL 7006) is a mid-tone muted grey with a neutral cast (hex #6B6157).
What do I highlight and shade Earth Brown (RAL 7006) with?
Highlight Earth Brown (RAL 7006) toward Light Olive/Helloliv (RAL 7003) and shade it down into R.A.F. Dark Earth, both Revell paints in the same finish family.