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Gunmetal

#072C23

Gunmetal is a cool dark color with the hex code #072C23. This vibrant hue can be represented as RGB 7, 44, 35 in digital design or CMYK 84%, 0%, 20%, 83% for print applications. Find matching Pantone color.

Gunmetal Color Values

HEX
#072C23
RGB
7, 44, 35
HSL
165°, 73%, 10%
CMYK
84, 0, 20, 83

About this color

Gunmetal sits at 165° on the color wheel, placing it in the cool color family, typically conveying calm and professionalism. With 73% saturation and 10% lightness, this vibrant dark hue conveys richness and intensity.

In digital design, cool colors like Gunmetal work well for backgrounds, navigation, and establishing trust. Dark colors provide excellent contrast for text overlays and premium brand aesthetics.

When using Gunmetal in print, the CMYK breakdown of 84%, 0%, 20%, 83% ensures accurate color reproduction. The high black component suggests this color will print deep and rich, though screen appearance may vary from print output.

How to use Gunmetal

CSS Variable

:root {
  --brand-primary: #072C23;
  --brand-primary-rgb: 7, 44, 35;
}

Define as a CSS custom property for consistent theming across your site.

Tailwind Config

colors: {
  brand: '#072C23',
}

Add to your Tailwind config to use classes like bg-brand.

Print Design (CMYK)

C: 84%
M: 0%
Y: 20%
K: 83%

Use these CMYK values in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, or print specifications.

RGB for Screens

rgb(7, 44, 35)
rgba(7, 44, 35, 0.8)

Use RGB notation for compatibility or add alpha channel for transparency.

Brands Using the Same Hue

7 brand s with colors near 165° on the color wheel

Frequently Asked Questions

What color is #072C23?
#072C23 is Gunmetal, a cool dark color with RGB values of 7, 44, 35. It has a hue of 165°, 73% saturation, and 10% lightness in the HSL color space.
What is the RGB value of #072C23?
The RGB color code for #072C23 is rgb(7, 44, 35). This means it contains 7 red, 44 green, and 35 blue in the RGB color model.
Is Gunmetal a warm or cool color?
Gunmetal (#072C23) is a cool color with a hue between 120-300° on the color wheel.
How do I use #072C23 in CSS?
You can use #072C23 in CSS with: background-color: #072C23; or color: #072C23; or as an RGB value: rgb(7, 44, 35). For print design, use CMYK: 84%, 0%, 20%, 83%.