#A00311

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #A00311?

RGB(160, 3, 17), HSL(354.6, 96.3%, 32.0%), CMYK(0.0%, 98.1%, 89.4%, 37.3%).

Q: Does #A00311 meet WCAG contrast on white?

8.35:1 — WCAG AA pass, AAA pass for normal text.

Overview

#A00311 is a warm, dark color. In RGB it is 160, 3, 17, in HSL 354.6°, 96.3%, 32.0%, and in CMYK 0.0%, 98.1%, 89.4%, 37.3%. The nearest named color is RAL 3001 Signal Red.

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Color Values

HEX

#A00311

RGB

160, 3, 17

HSL

354.6, 96.3%, 32.0%

HSV

354.6, 98.1%, 62.7%

CMYK

0.0%, 98.1%, 89.4%, 37.3%

OKLCH

0.4451 0.1797 26.7

Properties

Warm Dark Nearest: RAL 3001 Signal Red

Color Psychology

Dark reds like maroon and burgundy convey sophistication, maturity, and deep emotion. These tones are linked to fine wine, aged leather, and established authority. They carry the intensity of red but channel it into a more restrained, refined expression of power.

Design Usage

Dark reds suit luxury brands, law firms, and premium product packaging. In web design, they create rich hero sections and elegant navigation bars without the visual aggressiveness of brighter reds. They work well with gold accents, cream text, and dark backgrounds for a classic aesthetic.