Color Information
HEX
#5F5935
RGB
95, 89, 53
LAB
37.5, -3.5, 21.7
Product Code
MMP-091
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Olive Drab 41 by Tom Color (ΔE 0.0)
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USAAF Olive Drab 41 WWII catalog data
More from Mission ModelsUSAAF Olive Drab 41 WWII by Mission Models (product code MMP-091) is cataloged as acrylic, Mission Models in the yellow color family.
Catalog color data: HEX #5F5935, RGB 95/89/53, and CIELAB 37.5/-3.5/21.7. These values describe the listed digital color and can differ from dried paint under real-world lighting.
PaintAtlas lists 18 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.
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Technical Color Analysis
USAAF Olive Drab 41 WWII is a warm yellow with medium-dark value (L*: 37.5). This warm color has moderate saturation (chroma: 22.0), making it ideal for shadows and base layers.
Medium-Dark
warm
Moderate
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.
Balanced saturation suitable for most painting needs. Natural-looking without being dull.
Recommended Undercoats
Grey
Neutral primer works well with medium-toned colors
Zenithal
Pre-establishes highlights and shadows for faster painting
Layering & Paint Order Guide
Dark value works well for shadow glazes or shading recesses
Suggested Layer Progression
This paint works best as a shadow 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