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Charlotte Bobcats Colors

League
League: NBA
Years active
Years active: 2004–2014
Status
Status: Now the Charlotte Hornets (2014–present; history returned)

The Charlotte Bobcats used orange, navy, and carolina blue as their primary team colors. Below are the hex, RGB, HSL, and CMYK values for the Charlotte Bobcats color palette, preserved here as a historical reference.

Orange

Pantone
Text contrast
Aa
White text
3.14:1
AA FailAAA Fail
Aa
Black text
6.68:1
AA PassAAA Fail

Navy

Pantone
Text contrast
Aa
White text
14.00:1
AA PassAAA Pass
Aa
Black text
1.50:1
AA FailAAA Fail

Carolina Blue

Pantone
Text contrast
Aa
White text
2.35:1
AA FailAAA Fail
Aa
Black text
8.92:1
AA PassAAA Pass

White

Pantone
Text contrast
Aa
White text
1.00:1
AA FailAAA Fail
Aa
Black text
21.00:1
AA PassAAA Pass
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Charlotte Bobcats Color Codes

Every Charlotte Bobcats color in every common format — copy the exact values into your design, web, or print workflow.

Charlotte Bobcats color values in HEX, RGB, HSL, CMYK and Pantone
ColorRoleHEXRGBHSLCMYKPantone
Orangeprimary#F26532242, 101, 50hsl(16, 88%, 57%)0, 58, 79, 5
Navysecondary#002B5C0, 43, 92hsl(212, 100%, 18%)100, 53, 0, 64
Carolina Blueaccent#7BAFD4123, 175, 212hsl(205, 51%, 66%)42, 17, 0, 17
Whiteaccent#FFFFFF255, 255, 255hsl(0, 0%, 100%)0, 0, 0, 0

Charlotte Bobcats Color History

The Charlotte Bobcats maintained their signature color scheme throughout their existence (2004–2014). These historic colors represent an important part of Charlotte sports history and continue to be celebrated by fans today.

Historical Colors

4 colors

Explore Charlotte Bobcats's color evolution throughout their history. Click any color to copy its HEX code.

Using Charlotte Bobcats Colors

Web & CSS

Use the HEX or rgb() values directly in CSS. The primary color, Orange (#F26532), works well for headers and calls to action — check the contrast readouts above to choose white or black text for accessible pairings.

Print

For print, convert to the CMYK values listed in the table. When color accuracy matters — vinyl, fabric, or signage — match against a Pantone (PMS) chip from the team's brand guide, since screen color rarely matches ink exactly.

Merch & apparel

Thread and heat-transfer vinyl are specified in Pantone, so bring the CMYK and hex values to your supplier as a starting point. Remember that team names, logos, and marks are trademarks — the color values are a reference, not a license.

Charlotte Bobcats Colors FAQ

What are the Charlotte Bobcats team colors?

The Charlotte Bobcats team colors are Orange (#F26532), Navy (#002B5C), Carolina Blue (#7BAFD4), and White (#FFFFFF).

What is the hex code for Charlotte Bobcats Orange?

The hex code for Charlotte Bobcats Orange is #F26532. In RGB that is rgb(242, 101, 50), and in CMYK it is 0, 58, 79, 5.

What Pantone colors do the Charlotte Bobcats use?

Published Pantone (PMS) values are not listed for the Charlotte Bobcats in this reference. For exact Pantone matching in print or apparel, check the team's brand or style guide — the hex, RGB, and CMYK values on this page cover most digital and print needs.

Have the Charlotte Bobcats colors changed over time?

The Charlotte Bobcats maintained their signature color scheme throughout their existence (2004–2014). These historic colors represent an important part of Charlotte sports history and continue to be celebrated by fans today.

Can I use Charlotte Bobcats colors on merchandise I sell?

Color values themselves generally are not protectable, but team names, logos, and related marks are trademarks owned by their respective organizations. This is general information, not legal advice — review the team's brand guidelines and trademark terms before selling anything that uses their identity.

Data & Verification

Data Source & Verification

Source
Historical Archives
From historical sports archives
Confidence Level
Medium
Single reliable source or minor variations

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Color values are researched using publicly available brand guidelines and reliable references. If a value looks outdated, let us know. Learn more in our methodology and sources.