Bolt Action
Bolt Action is the most popular WWII tabletop wargame, covering platoon-level engagements from 1939-1945. Infantry are 28mm true scale (1:56), and vehicle kits from Warlord and other manufacturers follow the same ratio, making 1:35 model kit vehicles usable after slight downsizing.
Scale Details
Bolt Action uses 28mm true scale — realistic human proportions with no heroic exaggeration. A standard infantryman measures 28mm from foot to eye level. Vehicle scale is 1:56, which aligns naturally with 28mm figures. Historical accuracy matters more here than in fantasy games.
Scale Conversions for Bolt Action
Slicer percentages for converting between Bolt Action and other common miniature scales.
| Conversion | Description | Slicer % |
|---|---|---|
| 28mm → 1:35 | Infantry to Model Kit Vehicle | 178.6% |
| 1:35 → 28mm | Model Kit to Tabletop | 56.0% |
| 1:56 → 28mm | Bolt Action Vehicle Scale | 89.6% |
| 28mm → 32mm | Tabletop to Heroic Scale | 114.3% |
3D Printing Tips for Bolt Action
Historical miniatures reward accuracy over drama. Print infantry at 0.4mm nozzle and 0.08mm layers for rank-and-file, 0.2mm nozzle at 0.06mm for officers and snipers. Vehicles printed at 0.2mm layers look good on the table. Use reference photos of actual uniforms — players notice correct webbing and helmet shapes.
Other Games at 28mm Scale
These systems use the same miniature scale as Bolt Action. Miniatures are generally interchangeable between them.
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