Pantone 485 C to RAL

Convert Pantone 485 C to its closest RAL equivalent. The best match is RAL 3020 (Traffic red) with ΔE 6.5.

Color Values

HEX	#DA291C
RGB	218, 41, 28
CMYK	0%, 81%, 87%, 15%
HSL	4°, 77%, 48%
LAB	47.7, 65.5, 51.4
LCH	47.7, 83.2, 38.1°

Contrast & Readability

On White	4.87:1 — AA
On Black	4.32:1 — AA Large

Top 5 RAL Matches for Pantone 485 C

RAL Code	Name	HEX	ΔE
RAL 3020	Traffic red	#CC0605	6.5
RAL 2002	Vermilion	#CB2821	7.9
RAL 2009	Traffic orange	#F54021	9.7
RAL 2001	Red orange	#C93C20	11.8
RAL 3018	Strawberry red	#D53032	12.0

More Red Pantone Colors

Frequently Asked Questions

What RAL color is equivalent to Pantone 485 C?

The closest RAL equivalent to Pantone 485 C is RAL 3020 (Traffic red) with a Delta E of 6.50. Significant difference. Note that Pantone and RAL use different color models, so an exact 1:1 match is rarely possible.

What is the HEX code for Pantone 485 C?

The approximate HEX value for Pantone 485 C is #DA291C. In RGB: (218, 41, 28). In CMYK: (0%, 81%, 87%, 15%). In LAB: (47.7, 65.5, 51.4). These are digital approximations — the actual printed Pantone ink may appear slightly different on paper.

What does Delta E (ΔE) mean?

Delta E (ΔE) measures the perceptual difference between two colors in CIE Lab color space. ΔE < 1 is imperceptible to the human eye. ΔE 1–2 is a very close match. ΔE 2–3.5 is perceptible but acceptable for most industrial applications. ΔE > 5 represents a significant visible difference.

Psychology & Uses of Red Tones

Red signals urgency, passion, and power. RAL reds (3xxx) dominate fire safety equipment, emergency signage, and automotive finishes. Pantone reds are iconic in luxury fashion, food branding, and political campaigns.