In the pot, Night blue/Nachtblau (RAL 5022) reads as a cool blue, very dark and moderate. Matching it is straightforward: AK Interactive Dark Blue lands at 96 percent in the same finish, and 7 brands in all carry a close same-finish swap. Within the Revell range it ladders cleanly, Blue (RAL 5000) for the shadows and Ultramarine/Ultramarinblau (RAL 5002) for the highlights. Bottom line: run out mid-project and another brand will get you within a shade.
Closest equivalents
The closest cross-brand match is AK Interactive Dark Blue at 96% similarity. Same-finish paints rank before color-only matches.
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What is the closest equivalent to Revell Night blue/Nachtblau (RAL 5022)?
The closest same-finish match is AK Interactive Dark Blue at 96% color similarity.
Is there a Vallejo equivalent of Night blue/Nachtblau (RAL 5022)?
Yes. The closest Vallejo option is Dark Blue at 89%, a same-finish match.
What color is Night blue/Nachtblau (RAL 5022)?
Night blue/Nachtblau (RAL 5022) is a very dark moderate blue with a cool undertone (hex #222D5A).
What do I highlight and shade Night blue/Nachtblau (RAL 5022) with?
Highlight Night blue/Nachtblau (RAL 5022) toward Ultramarine/Ultramarinblau (RAL 5002) and shade it down into Blue (RAL 5000), both Revell paints in the same finish family.