RAL 3004
Purple Red
RAL 3004 Purple Red is a deep, sophisticated burgundy with violet undertones. This color has rich historical associations — it was used on classic Jawa motorcycles, Deutsche Bundesbahn diesel locomotives, and the iconic Trans Europ Express trains paired with RAL 1001 Beige. Purple Red conveys heritage, authority, and refined taste. It remains popular for premium vehicle finishes, heritage railway restoration, and luxury architectural applications where a deep, distinguished red is specified.
Color Reference
WCAG 2.1 AA requires 4.5:1 contrast for normal text. Results show this color as a background.
Spectrum & Perceptual Position
CIELAB is a perceptually uniform color space. Euclidean distance between two colors in this diagram closely matches human visual difference. The dot size shows your selected color; slightly larger dots are the nearest perceptual neighbors.
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Contrast ratios follow WCAG 2.1 guidelines. Green (≥4.5:1) passes AA for normal text. Amber (≥3:1) passes for large text only. Grey indicates low contrast.
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About These Recommendations
These are powder formulations that correspond to this RAL color based on manufacturer data sheets. Exact powders are coded to this specific RAL code. Close powders are visually similar alternatives we have used before. We do not sell powder directly — we use these formulations to coat your parts. Call us to discuss your project and we will confirm the best option for your timeline.