25mm Falcon vs 1/72 Airfix, AWI foot

THE METAL FIGURES


Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures come from the “Falcon AWI” range currently offered by Minifigs under the Matchlock brand. The figures in this line were originally sculpted and released under the Falcon Miniatures name (not to be confused with Falcon Figures).

The two models are catalogued as:

AW12 Continental on Guard
AW41 German Officer Walking

There are currently 30 codes available in this line, all of them foot figures. They represent British and American forces, as well as German troops allied with the British. There are no cavalry or artillery units represented in the range.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured to eyes): 23mm.
Height (measured to head): 25mm.

Availability and Cost:

This line can be found on the Minifigs website, by selecting the “Matchlock” label and then looking for the “Falcon AWI tab.”

http://www.miniaturefigurines.co.uk/

Foot figures in this range are being sold individually for £1.10.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The first Airfix figure is from set A01740 “British Grenadiers.” The second comes from box A01739 “Washington’s Army.”

The British box includes 38 foot figures in 8 poses, as well as two mounted officers. The American box has 39 foot figures in 13 poses, in addition to one mounted officer.

Figure Characteristics:

A01739 (American) Height (measured to eyes): 19mm
A01740 (British) Height (measured to eyes): 20mm
A01739 (American) Height (measured to top of head): 21mm
A01740 (British) Height (measured to top of head): 22mm

Availability and Cost:

The sets were first produced in the early 1970s. Neither of them has been in production for a while, but figures are still easily found.

Airfix 1/72 vs Platoon 20 (20mm), First World War

The photo above compares three plastic figures from Airfix (A,C,E) with a pair of metal soldier from Platoon 20 (B,D). Click on the image to see a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures are from Platoon 20, currently manufactured by East Riding Miniatures. These two figures are found in pack G-G1 “German Infantry Command (Pickelhaube).” This code includes 4 figures in 3 poses. Platoon 20’s First World War range covers Austria, Belgium, Britain, France, Germany and Russia. The German contingent includes 8 codes, 2 of which are mounted. Some of the figures in this range were previously manufactured by Lancashire Games

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured to eyes): 21mm.
Height (measured to top of head): 23mm.

Availability and Cost:

East Riding Miniatures sell most of the Platoon 20 figures in packages of 4, with multiples poses, for £2.50.

The website can be found here:

http://shop.eastridingminiatures.co.uk/

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The Airfix figure on the left (A) is from box 01727 “WW1 British Infantry.” The box was reissued by HaT as set 7002, with the same name. It includes 44 figures in 20 poses.

The Airfix figure in the middle (C) is from box 01726: “WW1 German Infantry.” The box was reissued by HaT as set 7001, with the same name. This box features 45 figures in 20 poses.

The Airfix figure on the right (E) is from box 01729: “WW1 American Infantry.” The box was reissued by HaT as set 7004 as “WW1 US Infantry.” This box features 48 figures in 19 poses.

Figure Characteristics:

01726 (German) Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
01726 (German) Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 23mm.

01727 (British) Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
01727 (British) Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 23mm

01729 (US) Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
01729 (US) Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 23mm

Availability and Cost:

The Airfix figures were introduced in the 1960s and have been in and out of production ever since. All three sets are back in production once again.

Kennington and SHQ 20mm vs Airfix 1/72, Napoleonic mounted

The photo above compares two metal figures from SHQ and Kennington (A,C) with a pair of plastic troopers from Airfix (B,D). Click on the image to see a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures are sold by both SHQ and Kennington, and are catalogued as BRC 2 “Napoleonic British Heavy Dragoons, Command.” The Napoleonic range from these two firms is quite extensive, and includes all the major participants.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured to rider eyes): 33mm.
Rider Height above ground (measured to top of head): 35mm.

Availability and Cost:

The metal figures can be purchased directly from the two manufacturers. The cavalry featured here sell for €5.50 at MBM Models (Kennington) or £4.50 through SHQ. For that price, you get 3 horses with 3 riders (2 officers and one trumpeter).

Kennington figures are available on the MBM website:

http://www.mbmmodels.com/1-72/kenf20mm/ken20f.htm

The SHQ site is here:

http://www.shqminiatures.co.uk/

Notes on the Samples:

The metal figures were generously provided by Peter Edwards from SHQ.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

Figure B comes from Airfix box 01736 “Waterloo French Cavalry (Cuirassiers).” The set was also reissued by Accurate as box 7212 “Waterloo French Cavalry.” The set includes 9 riders in 6 poses, mounted on 9 horses in two poses. There are also two vignettes: a man holding his horse, and a crouching trooper beside an injured horse.

Figure D comes from Airfix box 01743 “Waterloo British Cavalry (Hussars).” The set was also reissued by Accurate as box 7210 “Waterloo British Cavalry.” The set includes11 riders, each in a unique pose, mounted on 11 horses in 3 poses. There is also a vignette of a crouching trooper beside an injured horse.

Figure Characteristics:

French Rider Height above ground (measured to eyes): 30mm.
French Rider Height above ground (measured to top of head): 32mm.
British Rider Height above ground (measured to eyes): 33mm.
British Rider Height above ground (measured to top of head): 35mm.

Availability and Cost:

Although these figures are not currently in production, they can easily be obtained from dealers.

Musket Miniatures 25mm vs Airfix 1/72, American War of Independence, foot

The photo above compares three metal figures from Musket Miniatures (A,C,E) with a pair of plastic soldiers from Airfix (B,D). Click on the image to see a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures come from Musket Miniatures’ 25mm American Revolution range. They are from code AWR 1720 “Hessian Grenadiers Command” which comes with 4 figures in 4 different poses.

Musket’s American Revolution range is very large, and contains roughly 90 different codes, not including the larger unit packs.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 22mm.
Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 25mm.

Availability and Cost:

Figures from Musket Miniatures can be found on the company’s website:

http://www.musketminiatures.com/

Foot figures are sold in several ways. Command packs include 4 figures for $3.75 US, while the rank and file can be purchased in groups of 6 for $5.50. Finally, a regiment of 20 figures, including command, costs $17.50.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The first Airfix figure (B) is from A01740 “British Grenadiers.” The second (D) comes from box A01739 “Washington’s Army.”

The British box includes 38 foot figures in 8 poses, as well as two mounted officers. The American box has 39 foot figures in 13 poses, in addition to one mounted officer.

Figure Characteristics:

A01739 (American) Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 19mm
A01740 (British) Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm
A01739 (American) Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 21mm
A01740 (British) Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 22mm

Availability and Cost:

Neither of these sets is currently in production, but unopened boxes can still be found.

Airfix 1/72 vs Newline 1/72, Romans, Goths and Britons

The photo above compares three plastic figures from Airfix (A,C,E) with a pair of metal warrior from Newline Designs (B,D). Click on the image to see a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The Newline Designs figures come from one of their special 1/72nd scale range, and so are larger than the more numerous 20mm figures offered. These particular samples are cataloged as item 2G04, “Gothic Archers.” They are part of the “Dark Ages” line which also Franks, Huns and late period Romans.

Figures Characteristics

Height (from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm
Height (from sole of foot to top of head): 23mm

Availability and Cost:

Newline Design figures are currently in production, and can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. Foot figures are sold in packs of four, for £2.00. In addition, the firm offers packs of 24 figures for £9.50.

The Newline website is here:

http://newlinedesigns.co.uk/

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The plastic figures come from two boxes: A01730 “Romans” (C,E) and A01734 “Ancient Britons” (A). Both boxes have also been re-issued by HaT, under the same names, as set 7010 and 7011 respectively.

The Roman box includes 26 foot figures in 11 poses, as well as a four-horse chariot with two crew. For the Britons, the box contains 25 foot figures in 11 poses, along with a pair of two-horse chariots with crews.

Figure Characteristics:

Roman Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Roman Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head) 23mm.
Briton Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Briton Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head) 22mm.

Availability and Cost:

After a period of dormancy, Airfix is once again producing these sets. They can be ordered directly from the manufacturer, or found at many other online stores.

Rose vs Airfix, First World War Infantry

The photo above compares two plastic figures from Airfix and HaT (A,C) with a metal soldier from Rose (B). Click on the image to see a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURE

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figure is a Rose Miniature, currently manufactured and sold by Garrison Wargames Figures. This figure is from the 20mm Rose range, which also covers Napoleonic, American Civil War and colonial subjects. At present the range includes 5 figures representing First World War soldiers. Garrison uses the code “ROSEGWG1” to describe this figure.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 22mm.

Availability and Cost:

The Rose figures are sold for £0.50 each, and can be ordered from the Garrison website:

http://www.garrisonminiatures.com/index.asp

Notes on the Samples:

The Rose sample was kindly provided by Garrison.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designations and Number of Poses

The Airfix figure on the left (A) is from box 01727 “WW1 British Infantry.” The box was reissued by HaT as set 7002, with the same name. It includes 44 figures in 20 poses.

The Airfix figure on the right (C) is from box 01726: “WW1 German Infantry.” The box was reissued by HaT as set 7001, with the same name. This box features 45 figures in 20 poses.

Figure Characteristics:

01726 Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
01726 Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 23mm.
01727 Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
01727 Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 23mm

Availability and Cost:

The Airfix figures were introduced in the 1960s and have been in and out of production ever since. Both sets are back in production once again.

25mm Rose Prestige and Garrison Comparisons

I will be posting more detailed comparisons of the figures shown above later in the year. However, since I have received a request to show some, I decided to put together this overview.

The images above feature the following:

Top Picture:
A. Orion 72004 Viking
B. Zvezda 8046 Viking
C. Garrison 25mm Saxon Fyrdman
D. Emhar 7205 Viking
E. Airfix 01734 Ancient Briton (also re-issued by HaT)

Middle Picture
A. Zvezda 8006 Persian Immortal
B. Garrison 25mm E03, Egyptian Trumpeter
C. Caesar HO14 Hebrew Warrior
D. Garrison 25mm A07, Assyrian Infantryman
E. HaT 8057 Persian Light Infantry

Bottom Picture
A. Zvezda 8006 Persian Immortal
B. Rose Prestige ES1 Syrian Bowman
C. Caesar HO14
D. Rose Prestige GP1 Persian Immortal
E. HaT 8057 Persian Light Infantry

Height of the metal figures:

Garrison 25mm figures:
Measured from sole of foot to eyes): 24mm
Measured from sole of foot to top of head): 27mm
Rose Prestige figures:
Measured from sole of foot to eyes): 25mm
Measured from sole of foot to top of head): 27mm

RSM vs Airfix, Napoleonic foot

The photo above compares three metal figures from RSM (A,C,E) with a pair of plastic soldiers from Airfix, which were also re-released by HaT (B,D). Click on the image to see a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures come from the former RSM 95 range, now produced by the Dayton Painting Consortium. The range includes foot and mounted figures representing Britain, France, Austria, Brunswick, Spain, Saxony and Bavaria, as well as some artillery pieces. There are about 75 Napoleonic codes in total in their catalogue.

I do not have the actual identification for these figures, although the one on the left is one of the Saxon models.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 22mm.

Availability and Cost:

The RSM figures are currently available from DPC. They are sold in bags of 24, including command figures, for $10.80 (US). The website is here:

http://www.dpcltdcom.org/

Notes on the Samples:

The Saxon figure was provided in a trade from Mike Epting.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The plastic figures were originally released by Airfix in box 01744: “Waterloo French Infantry.” They were subsequently re-released by HaT in box 7008 “Waterloo French Line Infantry.” The box contains 42 foot figures in 13 poses, as well as a mounted officer.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 22mm.

Availability and Cost:

Airfix has brought these figures back into production recently, as part of the “Waterloo Battle Gift Set.” While they are not currently offering the set separately, boxes can be easily found at dealers.

Airfix vs Musket Miniatures, American Civil War foot

The photo above compares three metal figures from Musket Miniatures (A,C,E) with a pair of plastic soldiers from Airfix (B,D). Click on the image to see a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation:

The metal figures come from Musket Miniatures’ 22mm American Civil War range. They are from code CWH125 “Infantry standing loading” which comes with 8 figures in 4 poses, and includes several head variations.

Musket’s range is very large, and contains more than 300 different codes.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 22mm.

Availability and Cost:

Figures from Musket Miniatures can be found on the company’s website:

http://www.musketminiatures.com/

They are sold in several ways. Individual figures can be purchased for 75 cents (US), packages of 8 castings cost $5.25 US, while a regiment of 20 figures, including command, costs $12.95.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The Airfix figures come from two boxes:

01713 “Confederate Infantry” (gray)
01714 “Civil War Artillery” (red-brown)

The infantry box contains 48 figures, with 11 poses. The artillery set includes 2 guns, 1 limber with horses, and 1 mounted officer. There are also two teams of four gunners (one in kepi and one in slouch hat) as well as six outriders and limber riders, also in a choice of head gear.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 23mm.

Availability and Cost:

The Airfix figures were introduced in the early 1960s and have been in and out of production ever since. They don’t seem to be in production currently, but old stock and second hand figures can be easily found.

Qualiticast vs Airfix, French Napoleonic Infantry

The photo above compares three plastic figures from Airfix (A,C,E) with a pair of metal soldiers from Qualiticast (B,D). Click on the image to see a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures come from Qualiticast’s Napoleonic Range. They are listed as code NF40 “French Imperial Guard Fusilier/Grenadier Standing Firing” on the original packaging. Note that this does not match the codes given in other places, such as at Brookhurst Hobbies (which carried them at the time.)

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 23mm.

Availability and Cost:

Qualiticast stopped producing figures around 2005 and it is now very hard to find remaining stock at hobby distributors. Used figures do show up on auction sites fairly regularly.

Notes on the Samples:

The samples were obtained from Mike Epting in a trade.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer's Designation:

The plastic figures were originally released by Airfix in box 01744: “Waterloo French Infantry.” They were subsequently re-released by HaT in box 7008 “Waterloo French Line Infantry.”

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Height (measured from sole of foot to top of head): 22mm.

Availability and Cost:

Airfix has brought these figures back into production recently, as part of the “Waterloo Battle Gift Set.” While they are not currently offering the set separately, boxes can be easily found at dealers.

Lancashire vs Airfix, World War 2 Infantry

The photo above compares three metal figures from Lancashire Games (A,C,E) with a pair of plastic figures from Airfix (B,D). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures come from Lancashire Games’ 20mm WWII American Range. They can be found in set 20/WBP32, which is a large battle pack titled “American Infantry.” The figures can also be found in smaller sets in the range. Lancashire offers 13 different sets of US Infantry, including several modeled in greatcoats. Each code includes several poses. Other US sets in their WW2 range cover the Marines (7 sets) and Paratroops (6 sets) .

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.

Availability and Cost:

These figures are currently available from Lancashire Games. Battle packs of 24 figures are sold for £10.50 with a discount for purchases of multiple items. Standard packs with 3 figures sell for £1.50.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

Figure B comes from box 01718 “World War II Japanese Infantry.” This set was also released by Heller as 79618.

Airfix figure D comes from box 01705 “WWII German Infantry.” Specifically, the figures come from the later version of this set. This set was also released by Heller as 79605 “German Infantry”

Each box includes 48 figures in 15 or 16 poses.

Figure Characteristics:

01718 Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
01705 Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 19mm.

Availability and Cost:

Both sets are currently in production at Airfix. New boxes can be purchased directly on the manufacturer’s website at a cost of £4.99.

Garrison, Greenwood & Ball vs Airfix, Roman Infantry

The photo above compares three metal Romans from Garrison and Greenwood & Ball (A,C,E) with a pair of plastic figures from Airfix (B,D). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

I believe that the metal figures come from Garrison’s “20mm Ancients” range, and were previously produced under the Greenwood & Ball name. Within the Ancients range, Garrison currently offers 23 different poses for 1st Century Imperial Romans. However, the poses shown in this image do not seem to be currently in production.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.

Availability and Cost:

As mentioned, these figures are not available from the manufacturer at the present time. However, other Roman figures are in production, and can be purchased from Garrison directly. Foot figures are sold for £0.60 each, while mounted figures cost £1.50

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The plastic figures come from Airfix box A01730 “Romans” which has also been issued, under the same name, as set 7010 from HaT Industrie.

The box includes 26 foot figures in 11 poses, as well as a four-horse chariot with two crew.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.

Availability and Cost:

After a period of dormancy, Airfix is once again producing this set. It can ordered directly from the manufacturer, or found at many other online stores.

Newline vs Airfix, American Civil War cavalry

The photo above compares a pair of metal troopers from Newline Design (A,C) with two plastic figures from Airfix (B,D). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures come are from Newline Designs’ American Civil War range, and are catalogued as ACW 50 “Cavalry in Kepi, Carbines Slung.” Newline’s ACW range is quite extensive, and currently includes 101 different products.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 32mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 23mm.

Availability and Cost:

These figures are currently in production, and can be purchased directly from the manufacturer. Cost is £3.00 for a set of three horses and riders (all in the same pose).

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The Airfix figures come from box 01722 “U.S. Cavalry.” The box includes 11 riders, each in a unique pose, as well as 11 horses in 3 poses. There is also a casualty vignette in the set.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 32mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 21mm.

Availability and Cost:

Although these figures are not being manufactured at the current time, they are easily found at second-hand dealers, and unopened boxes can still be located. For instance, Netmerchants is selling new boxes for £3.95.

World War Two comparisons at Wargaming.info

The site wargaming.info belongs to an individual who games in a variety of periods. Among the different resources he has posted is a comparison shot of a number of World War Two ranges. The posting can be found here:

http://wargaming.info/2005/20mm-176th-a-172nd-figure-comparison/

Included in his review are the following metal ranges:

Raventhorpe
Hinchliffe
Britannia
Hotspur/Combat Miniatures
AB
SHQ
Liberation

On the plastic side, he includes:
Esci/Italeri
Airfix
Matchbox

Newline vs Airfix, Napoleonic Highland Infantry

The photo above compares three metal Napoleonic Highlanders from Newline Designs (B,D,F), with a similar number of plastic Highlanders from Airfix (A,C,E). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

The Newline Design figures come from their 20 mm Napoleonics range. They are from pack BR03 “Highland Command Advancing/Marching.” This pack includes four figures: the three shown above, plus a double of one of them, which varies by pack.

The Napoleonics range from Newline Design is extensive and covers all major participants. For the British, Newline has 89 different codes in their catalogue, some of which (such as the one illustrated here) have multiple poses.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 19mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

Newline Design figures are currently in production, and can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. Foot figures are sold in packs of four, for £1.75.

Note: At the time of posting, Newline is having a 20% off sale across all its ranges.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturer’s Designation and Number of Poses:

The Airfix Highland figures come from box 01735 “Waterloo Highland Infantry.” This box includes 45 foot soldiers in 11 poses, as well as one undersized mounted officer.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build: Average

Availability and Cost:

Airfix has brought these figures back into production recently, as part of the “Waterloo Battle Gift Set.” While they are not currently offering the set separately, boxes can be easily found at dealers.

ECW and Napoleonic comparisons "In the Grand Manner"

In my ongoing quest to aggregate as many plastic/metal comparisons here as possible, I want to point out some that reside on an excellent eye-candy blog called “In the Grand Manner.”

Napoleonic:

In January, Matt posted a comparison of Scruby’s Napoleonic cavalry with Airfix’s mounted RHA officer.

Scruby versus Airfix


He followed that up by comparing Kennington and Newline Design versions of French artillery crews:

Kennington versus Newline Designs

ECW:

Back in December, Matt posted an image comparing a Niblett ECW cavalry figure to an Airfix figure (the same RHA officer used above).

Niblett versus Airfix

Here’s hoping Matt continues to post comparisons of the different types he is using for his games.

Ehmke vs Airfix, Napoleonic Cavalry

The photo above compares two metal cavalry figures from Emhke (A,D) with a pair of plastic figures from Airfix / Accurate (B,C). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

Currently all Ehmke-Art figures are from the Napoleonic period. These particular models have been identified as Prussian Dragoons, but I do not have a catalogue number for them. I am also not aware of any other Prussian releases by this company.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 30mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

Although some Ehmke figures can be ordered from CW Toys, these particular types are not included. The best way to obtain Ehmke figures is to contact Uwe Ehmke using the contact information on the Ehmke-Art website.

Notes on the Samples:

These figures were donated to the Plastic Pelisse by Conrad Kinch.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

The Airfix figures come from box 01736 “Waterloo French Cavalry (Cuirassiers).” They were also reissued by Accurate as box 7212 “Waterloo French Cavalry.” The set includes 9 riders in 6 poses, mounted on 9 horses in two poses. There are also two vignettes: the man holding his horse, and a crouching trooper beside an injured horse.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 29mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build: Average.

Availability and Cost:

Although these figures are not currently in production, they can easily be obtained from dealers.

Airfix vs SHQ & Kennington, ACW Cavalry

The photo above compares two metal figures from SHQ (A,C) with two plastic models from Airfix (B,D). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturer's Designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures are sold by both SHQ and Kennington, and are catalogued as CWC 30 “Rush’s Lancers at rest.” The ACW range from these two firms is quite extensive, and includes 75 foot poses, 29 cavalry poses (about half of them dismounted), six artillery crew poses, and two guns.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 30mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 20mm.

Availability and Cost:

The metal figures can be purchased directly from the two manufacturers. The cavalry featured here sell for £4.50 at SHQ. For that price, you get 3 horses with 3 riders.

Notes on the Samples:

The metal lancers were generously provided by SHQ.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

The Airfix figures come from box 01722 “U.S. Cavalry.” The box includes 11 riders, each in a unique pose, as well as 11 horses in 3 poses. There is also a casualty vignette in the set.

Figure Characteristics:

Rider Height above ground (measured from ground to rider eyes): 32mm.
Rider Body Height (measured from foot, to knee, to hip, to eyes): 21mm.

Availability and Cost:

Although these figures are not being manufactured at the current time, they are easily found at second-hand dealers, and unopened boxes can still be located. For instance, Netmerchants is selling new boxes for £3.95.

General Notes:

See the side panel lists for websites of the manufacturers, distributors and retailers mentioned above. To convert cost figures to your currency, use a site such as xe.com, also listed in the side panel.

Wodensfeld SYW vs Airfix AWI, Infantry

The photo above compares three Seven Year’s War figures fromWodensfeld (A, C, E) with a similar number of American War of Independence troops from Airfix (B, D, F). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

The Wodensfeld models are part of a small range of French SYW figures from this manufacturer. They are currently being produced by 20mm Nostalgic Revival.

The Wodensfeld SYW range includes a mounted officer and 34 foot poses. The latter include 24 fusilier poses as well as 8 officers and NCOs, and two drummers.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 23mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): B (Slender) to C (Average)

Availability and Cost:

The Wodensfeld figures are currently available from Nostalgic Revival. At this time the figures can only be ordered as a full set of 36 models; however if there is enough demand, the company will consider offering individual castings for sale. Price of the set is £18.

Notes on the Samples:

The Wodensfeld models are from recent test runs. They were generously provided by John Cunningham at Nostalgic Revival.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

The first two Airfix figures (B and C) come from box A01739 “Washington’s Army” while the third one (F) is from A01740 “British Grenadiers.”

The British box includes 38 foot figures in 8 poses, as well as two mounted officers. The American box has 39 foot figures in 13 poses, in addition to one mounted officer.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes):
A01739 (American) 19mm
A01740 (British) 20mm
Body Build (from 5 categories): C (Average).

Availability and Cost:

Neither of these sets is currently in production, but unopened boxes can still be found. For instance, Always Models currently has boxes of Washington’s Army on sale for $5.95 (US).

General Notes:

See the side panel lists for websites of the manufacturers, distributors and retailers mentioned above. To convert cost figures to your currency, use a site such as xe.com, also listed in the side panel.

WarModelling vs Airfix, WW2 German Infantry

The photo above compares four metal figures from WarModelling (black washed metal) with three plastic figures from Airfix (in gray plastic). Click on the image for a larger version.

THE METAL FIGURES

Manufacturers’ designation and Number of Poses:

The metal figures come from WarModelling’s World War Two range. They are part of set WW22, titled “German Fallschirmjägers (CRETE)”. This is a boxed set with 22 figures in unique poses, plus a small mortar.

Figure Characteristics:

Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 21mm.
Body Build (from 5 categories): C (Average).

Availability and Cost:

The WarModelling figures are currently available. They can be ordered directly from the manufacturer. Cost from manufacturer: 19.50 EUR for the complete box.

Notes on the Samples:

The figures were kindly supplied by the manufacturer.

THE PLASTIC FIGURES

Manufacturers’ Designation and Number of Poses:

The two paratroop figures (on the left and in the middle) come from box A01753 “WWII German Paratroops.” This set was also released by Heller as 79653 “German Paratroops”

The box includes 46 figures in 14 poses.

The infantry figure (on the right) comes from box A01705 “WWII German Infantry.” Specifically, the figure comes from the later version of this set. This set was also released by Heller as 79605 “German Infantry”

The box includes 48 figures in 15 poses.

Figure Characteristics:

Paratroops: Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 20mm.
Infantry: Height (measured from sole of foot to eyes): 19mm.
Both sets: Body Build (from 5 categories): C (Average).

Availability and Cost:

Set A01705 (Infantry) is currently in production at Airfix. New boxes can be purchased directly on the manufacturer’s website at a cost of £4.69.

Set A01753 (Paratroops) is not currently being produced by Airfix. While it is easy to find second hand boxes on the web, they are priced much higher than current production, due to the scarcity.

General Notes:

See the side panel lists for websites of the manufacturers, distributors and retailers mentioned above. To convert cost figures to your currency, use a site such as xe.com, also listed in the side panel.