Color Information
HEX
#A04D0B
RGB
160, 77, 11
LAB
42.5, 30.9, 49.1
Product Code
AK11195
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Buy on AmazonClosest catalog-color match
Copper by Humbrol (ΔE 3.6)
Compatibility unverified: chemistry: both products not recorded or recognized; application: both products not recorded or recognized; finish: both products not recorded or recognized. ΔE 3.6 gives a moderate catalog color gap. Check product specifications before substituting.
Rusty Brass catalog data
More from AK InteractiveRusty Brass by AK Interactive (product code AK11195) is cataloged as metallic, metallic, opaque, Metallic (3rd Gen) in the orange color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #A04D0B, RGB 160/77/11, and CIELAB 42.5/30.9/49.1. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 16 related catalog colors for this paint. ΔE measures the distance between the listed digital color values only; it does not describe opacity, finish behavior, or how the paint covers a surface. Cross-class matches, such as metallic against conventional paint, are shown as digital color only and are never presented as verified substitutes.
Closest catalog colors
Digital color matchesΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.
Cross-brand catalog colors
Digital color matchesΔE compares the listed catalog color values only, not finish, opacity, or coverage.
Technical Color Analysis
Rusty Brass is a warm vibrant orange with medium-dark value (L*: 42.5). This warm color has highly saturated saturation (chroma: 58.0), making it ideal for shadows and base layers and perfect for bold, eye-catching areas.
Medium-Dark
warm
Highly Saturated
Rich midtone leaning darker. Works well as a base coat color or for shaded areas.
Warm color that advances visually. Creates energy and draws the eye. Pairs well with cool colors for contrast.
Intense, eye-catching color. Use strategically for maximum impact on key areas.
Recommended Undercoats
Gloss Black
Dark glossy primer maximizes metallic shine and depth
Dark Brown or Grey
Alternative that provides depth while being more forgiving
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Medium value with good saturation - ideal starting point for layering
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a base in your layering sequence.
Use Before (Shadows/Base)
Use After (Highlights)
Layering Tips
- Apply each layer to progressively smaller areas, leaving previous layers visible
- Maintain consistent light direction across all layers
- Thin paints for smoother transitions between layers