# RAL Classic Traffic blue

Source: [https://plan-home.com/color/traffic-blue-ral-5017](https://plan-home.com/color/traffic-blue-ral-5017)

RAL Classic Traffic blue RAL 5017 is a deep, saturated blue with a distinctly cool cast and a clean blue-green edge. Its #005B8C value gives it enough density for bold feature walls, painted doors, or kitchen cabinetry without reading as nearly black. In bright daylight, this shade appears crisp and marine-leaning; under lower or warmer lighting, it can look darker and more grounded. Pair Traffic blue with soft white, pale gray, light oak, brushed steel, or warm brass to bring out its clear color character. It is especially effective in modern bathrooms, home offices, entryways, and exterior details where a strong blue accent is wanted.

## Color details
- **Brand or system:** RAL Classic
- **Color name:** Traffic blue
- **Color code:** RAL 5017
- **HEX:** #005B8C
- **RGB:** 0, 91, 140
- **LRV:** 11.46%
- **Brightness:** Dark
- **Color families:** Blue
- **Temperature:** cool
- **Undertones:** blue

## Color codes
- **HSV:** Hue: 201° Saturation: 100.0% Value: 54.9%
- **HSL:** hsl(201, 100, 27)
- **CMYK:** Cyan: 100.0 Magenta: 35.0 Yellow: 0.0 Key: 45.1
- **YIQ:** Y: 69.377 I: -69.973 Q: -4.001
- **XYZ:** X: 8.472 Y: 9.374 Z: 26.167
- **CIE Lab:** L:36.695 a:-3.781 b:-33.49
- **CIE Luv:** L:36.695 u:-23.342 v:-46.571
- **Decimal:** 23436
- **Hunter Lab:** 30.618, -4.186, -29.239

## Equivalent and related colors
- [RAL Effect RAL 640-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-640-4)
- [RAL Effect RAL 640-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-640-5)
- [RAL Classic Signal blue](https://plan-home.com/color/signal-blue-ral-5005)
- [RAL Classic Capri blue](https://plan-home.com/color/capri-blue-ral-5019)
- [RAL Classic Gentian blue](https://plan-home.com/color/gentian-blue-ral-5010)
- [RAL Effect RAL 640-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-640-6)
- [RAL Effect RAL 650-4](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-650-4)
- [RAL Effect RAL 640-M](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-640-m)
- [RAL Effect RAL 650-5](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-650-5)
- [RAL Effect RAL 620-1](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-620-1)
- [RAL Classic Brillant blue](https://plan-home.com/color/brillant-blue-ral-5007)
- [RAL Effect RAL 650-3](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-650-3)
- [RAL Classic Distant blue](https://plan-home.com/color/distant-blue-ral-5023)
- [RAL Effect RAL 630-3](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-630-3)
- [RAL Classic Azure blue](https://plan-home.com/color/azure-blue-ral-5009)
- [RAL Effect RAL 630-2](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-630-2)
- [Tikkurila L356](https://plan-home.com/color/l356)
- [RAL Effect RAL 610-6](https://plan-home.com/color/ral-610-6)

## Lighter monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Light blue](https://plan-home.com/color/light-blue-ral-5012)
- [RAL Classic Sky blue](https://plan-home.com/color/sky-blue-ral-5015)

## Darker monochromatic colors
- [RAL Classic Gentian blue](https://plan-home.com/color/gentian-blue-ral-5010)
- [RAL Classic Signal blue](https://plan-home.com/color/signal-blue-ral-5005)
- [RAL Classic Capri blue](https://plan-home.com/color/capri-blue-ral-5019)
- [RAL Classic Green blue](https://plan-home.com/color/green-blue-ral-5001)

## Complementary colors
- [RAL Classic Tomato red](https://plan-home.com/color/tomato-red-ral-3013)
- [RAL Classic Salmon orange](https://plan-home.com/color/salmon-orange-ral-2012)
- [RAL Classic Signal orange](https://plan-home.com/color/signal-orange-ral-2010)
- [RAL Classic Flame red](https://plan-home.com/color/flame-red-ral-3000)
- [RAL Classic Pure red](https://plan-home.com/color/pure-red-ral-3028)
- [RAL Classic Vermilion](https://plan-home.com/color/vermilion-ral-2002)
- [RAL Classic Red orange](https://plan-home.com/color/red-orange-ral-2001)

## Important note

Digital color values and matches are approximate. Screens, lighting, paint finish, surface texture, and application method can change how a color appears. Test a physical paint sample before making a final decision.