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distortiondave · October 25th, 2008, 10:09

I know nothing about any of these games, except some of the minis are pretty cool - so are the models 28mm? I've scouted about and couldn't find a definitive answer - is it different for each game?

Final question, would you be upset if a warmachine mini made it's way into a 40k army - friendly games only, obviously? Some of these minis look like they could easily make an Inquisition style 40k force with a lot of character - and a great £££ saving too

ArchonFarseerGuy · October 25th, 2008, 10:16

I considered using the Cannon in place of an Empire Great Cannon. Then I realised it would be more expensive. Maybe one day.

To your original question, I think it's 30mm scale, though don't quote me on it.

-AFG//

distortiondave · October 25th, 2008, 10:19

If it is 30mm, would the difference be notable? I mean, size matters, apparently, but 2mm?

ArchonFarseerGuy · October 25th, 2008, 10:32

It's not that noticeable, but if you look closely, you can definitely see one.

ED: Thing is that PP bases are considerably bigger. Not sure if they sell them independently like GW do, but if you plan on using GW figures, I'd say it would be a good idea to pick some up.

-AFG//

distortiondave · October 25th, 2008, 10:50

I was thinking of possibly using PP figures in 40k, rather than the other way round - they'd fit on the terminator bases wouldn't they?

ArchonFarseerGuy · October 25th, 2008, 11:06

Depends on what you plan to use as the Termies. Warjacks, for example, would be better off as Dreadnoughts.

-AFG//

Solo · October 27th, 2008, 04:39

Yep, Warmachine and Hordes are 30mm, and the difference is sometimes noticeable, just depends upon the model. On average, "human" sized models are a tad larger.

The base sizes are 30mm, 40mm and 50mm. Off the top of my head the 30mm bases match up to the small GW bases. The 40mm are definitely the same as a terminator sized base, but a 50mm base isn't as big as a monstrous creature base.

Riptor · October 28th, 2008, 21:50

Quote:

Originally Posted by Solo

The base sizes are 30mm, 40mm and 50mm. Off the top of my head the 30mm bases match up to the small GW bases. The 40mm are definitely the same as a terminator sized base, but a 50mm base isn't as big as a monstrous creature base.

Almost correct, the 30mm are just a little bigger than GWs small bases (Which are 25mm).
GWs bases go 25, 40, 60, I seem to remember.

Solo · October 28th, 2008, 23:10

Ahhh, cheers, I always seemed to think the smalls were a tiny bit different, but I thought the round shoulder was tricking me...

Thanks Riptor

Orkbert · June 14th, 2009, 11:37

Well, in fantasy you might face problems when ranking them up (at least those with broad-legged poses), but they often enough fit in well.
I personally have adopted Croe's Cutthroats into my Fantasy Empire army. They do well as militia/free company/crossbowmen.
They are also nice for Mortheim.

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distortiondave Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Burnley, UK Posts: 945 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 66	28mm scale? <a onclick="pageTracker._trackPageview ('/outgoing/http_d1_openx_org_ck_php_n_a83f474f_amp_cb_46587945173');" rel='nofollow' href='http://d1.openx.org/ck.php?n=a83f474f&cb=46587945173' target='_blank'><img src='http://d1.openx.org/avw.php?zoneid=22572&cb=46587945173&n=a83f474f' border='0' alt='' /></a> I know nothing about any of these games, except some of the minis are pretty cool - so are the models 28mm? I've scouted about and couldn't find a definitive answer - is it different for each game? Final question, would you be upset if a warmachine mini made it's way into a 40k army - friendly games only, obviously? Some of these minis look like they could easily make an Inquisition style 40k force with a lot of character - and a great £££ saving too __________________ I can't say I've seen it all but I live for the things that keep me hollow.

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ArchonFarseerGuy Om nom nom Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Where you least expect me, brandishing a hungry Banhammer... Age: 18 Posts: 4,100 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 96 Total Awards: 1	I considered using the Cannon in place of an Empire Great Cannon. Then I realised it would be more expensive. Maybe one day. To your original question, I think it's 30mm scale, though don't quote me on it. -AFG// __________________ -AFG's most effective way to avoid being purged by the Banhammer- Have a ninja design a list for you. Can't be beaten for awesomeness! Screw the tribes: click here!

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distortiondave Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Burnley, UK Posts: 945 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 66	If it is 30mm, would the difference be notable? I mean, size matters, apparently, but 2mm? __________________ I can't say I've seen it all but I live for the things that keep me hollow.

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ArchonFarseerGuy Om nom nom Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Where you least expect me, brandishing a hungry Banhammer... Age: 18 Posts: 4,100 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 96 Total Awards: 1	It's not that noticeable, but if you look closely, you can definitely see one. ED: Thing is that PP bases are considerably bigger. Not sure if they sell them independently like GW do, but if you plan on using GW figures, I'd say it would be a good idea to pick some up. -AFG// __________________ -AFG's most effective way to avoid being purged by the Banhammer- Have a ninja design a list for you. Can't be beaten for awesomeness! Screw the tribes: click here! Last edited by ArchonFarseerGuy; October 25th, 2008 at 10:37.

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distortiondave Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Burnley, UK Posts: 945 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 66	I was thinking of possibly using PP figures in 40k, rather than the other way round - they'd fit on the terminator bases wouldn't they? __________________ I can't say I've seen it all but I live for the things that keep me hollow.

October 25th, 2008, 11:06	#6 (permalink)
ArchonFarseerGuy Om nom nom Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Where you least expect me, brandishing a hungry Banhammer... Age: 18 Posts: 4,100 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 96 Total Awards: 1	Depends on what you plan to use as the Termies. Warjacks, for example, would be better off as Dreadnoughts. -AFG// __________________ -AFG's most effective way to avoid being purged by the Banhammer- Have a ninja design a list for you. Can't be beaten for awesomeness! Screw the tribes: click here!

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Solo Fury of the Ages Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Toowoomba QLD, AUSTRALIA Age: 25 Posts: 748 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 58	Yep, Warmachine and Hordes are 30mm, and the difference is sometimes noticeable, just depends upon the model. On average, "human" sized models are a tad larger. The base sizes are 30mm, 40mm and 50mm. Off the top of my head the 30mm bases match up to the small GW bases. The 40mm are definitely the same as a terminator sized base, but a 50mm base isn't as big as a monstrous creature base. __________________ But I call to God, and the LORD saves me. Psalm 55:16

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Solo Fury of the Ages Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Toowoomba QLD, AUSTRALIA Age: 25 Posts: 748 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 58	Ahhh, cheers, I always seemed to think the smalls were a tiny bit different, but I thought the round shoulder was tricking me... Thanks Riptor __________________ But I call to God, and the LORD saves me. Psalm 55:16

June 14th, 2009, 11:37	#10 (permalink)
Orkbert Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Age: 36 Posts: 396 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Rep Power: 55	Well, in fantasy you might face problems when ranking them up (at least those with broad-legged poses), but they often enough fit in well. I personally have adopted Croe's Cutthroats into my Fantasy Empire army. They do well as militia/free company/crossbowmen. They are also nice for Mortheim. __________________ It ain't easy bein' green... :-)

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