Tractor Red

HEX: #FD0E35 | Modern Palette

On White
3.97:1
FAIL
On Black
5.29:1
PASS

Color Specifications

HEX
#FD0E35
RGB
253, 14, 53
HSL
350°, 98% ,52%
CMYK
0, 94, 79, 1

About Tractor Red

Tractor Red (#FD0E35) is a color with RGB(253, 14, 53) and HSL(350.2°, 98.4%, 52.4%). It is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold moods. In design, it fits Vivid, Warm styles and is suitable for Text, Button, Accent. Its complementary color is #0EFDD6, which creates strong contrast. Its triadic palette includes #35FD0E and #0E35FD. The name comes from Tractor Red (English).

  • HEX: #FD0E35
  • RGB: 253, 14, 53
  • HSL: 350.2°, 98.4%, 52.4%
  • Mood: Energetic, Bold
  • Style: Vivid, Warm
  • Use case: Text, Button, Accent
  • Complementary color: #0EFDD6
  • Triadic colors: #35FD0E, #0E35FD
  • The name comes from Tractor Red (English).

Live Components

LIGHT
DARK
System Notification Box

Color Palettes

Monochromatic Five tones of the same hue — a reliable scale for backgrounds, surfaces, and text.
Neutral + Accent Four near-neutral tones grounded by a saturated accent — clean and versatile for UI.
Analogous Five hues drifting across a 60° arc — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.
3 + 1 + 1 Three analogous base colors, one complementary accent, one dark anchor — bold yet balanced.

Color Harmonies

Complementary

The color directly opposite on the color wheel — creates maximum contrast and vibrance.

Analogous

Colors adjacent on the wheel — naturally harmonious and pleasing to the eye.

Triadic

Three colors equally spaced 120° apart — bold, balanced, and visually rich.

Split-Complementary

Two colors flanking the complement — high contrast with less tension than full complementary.

Tetradic (Square)

Four colors at 90° intervals — rich variety, best when one color dominates.

Monochromatic

Shades and tints of the same hue — cohesive, elegant, and easy to work with.

Shades & Tints

A seamless scale of #FD0E35 from deepest shade to lightest tint.

Color Characteristics

Mood
Energetic Bold
Style
Vivid Warm
Use case
Text Button Accent

Accessibility Simulation

Deuteranopia #929220
Protanopia #5E5E38
Tritanopia #FD1717
Achromatopsia #808080

Frequently Asked Questions

Tractor Red (#FD0E35) is a color with RGB(253, 14, 53) and HSL(350.2°, 98.4%, 52.4%).

#FD0E35 pairs strongly with #0EFDD6 as its complementary color. It can also be used with neutral tones for balanced UI and design layouts.

#FD0E35 is suitable for Text, Button, Accent and works well with Vivid, Warm styles.

#FD0E35 is commonly associated with Energetic, Bold.

The name Tractor Red is linked to Tractor Red from English, meaning A vivid red color specifically associated with agricultural tractors..

Name, History & Etymology

Origin Word Tractor Red
Meaning A vivid red color specifically associated with agricultural tractors.
Language English
First Recorded Use Early 20th Century

History

The iconic 'Tractor Red' is most famously associated with International Harvester (IH), which standardized its equipment in a distinctive red hue. This color choice was practical, offering high visibility in fields, and also served as a strong brand identifier. Other tractor manufacturers, such as Massey Ferguson, also utilized various shades of red, contributing to the general association of red with agricultural machinery. The specific shade could vary slightly between manufacturers and over time due to paint technology and branding updates.

First Recorded Use

The term 'Tractor Red' likely emerged in the early 20th century, coinciding with the widespread adoption and branding of agricultural tractors, particularly by manufacturers like International Harvester.

Cultural Associations

Tractor Red evokes a strong sense of Americana, agriculture, and rural life, symbolizing hard work and the machinery that shaped modern farming. It is deeply embedded in the visual culture of farming communities and is often seen in vintage advertising and memorabilia related to agricultural equipment. The color's vibrancy also makes it a popular choice in design contexts seeking a nostalgic or robust aesthetic.

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American Rose #FF033E ΔE 2.28
Imperial Red #ED2939 ΔE 2.56

Code Snippets

/* Background */
.element {
    background-color: #FD0E35;
}

/* Text */
.element {
    color: #FD0E35;
}

/* Border */
.element {
    border: 1px solid #FD0E35;
}

/* Linear gradient to complementary */
.element {
    background: linear-gradient(
        to right,
        #FD0E35,
        #0EFDD6
    );
}

/* Radial gradient */
.element {
    background: radial-gradient(
        circle,
        #FD0E35,
        #0EFDD6
    );
}

// SCSS variable
$tractor-red: #FD0E35;

// With RGB channels (useful for rgba() usage)
$tractor-red-r: 253;
$tractor-red-g: 14;
$tractor-red-b: 53;

// Usage
.element {
    background-color: $tractor-red;
    color: rgba($tractor-red-r, $tractor-red-g, $tractor-red-b, 0.8);
}