Warhammer 40,000
Warhammer 40,000 is the dominant sci-fi tabletop wargame, pitting Space Marines, Chaos forces, Orks, Eldar, and dozens of other factions against each other in the 41st millennium. Modern kits since 2017 (Primaris range) sit squarely at 32mm heroic scale, while older Firstborn models measure closer to 28mm true scale.
Scale Details
Games Workshop uses heroic proportions — heads, hands, and weapons are intentionally oversized so details read at arm's length. A Primaris Space Marine stands roughly 32mm to eye level, while a Firstborn Marine measures about 28mm. Mixing the two on the same table is noticeable but acceptable for casual play.
Scale Conversions for 40k
Slicer percentages for converting between Warhammer 40,000 and other common miniature scales.
| Conversion | Description | Slicer % |
|---|---|---|
| 28mm → 32mm | Firstborn to Primaris | 114.3% |
| 32mm → 28mm | Primaris to Firstborn | 87.5% |
| 32mm → 40mm | Standard to Terminator | 125.0% |
| 32mm → 75mm | Tabletop to Display | 234.4% |
3D Printing Tips for 40k
0.2mm nozzle at 0.06mm layer height gives the best facial detail on infantry. Rank-and-file units print well at 0.4mm nozzle and 0.08mm layers. Vehicles and terrain tolerate 0.12mm layers without visible quality loss. Orient character models upright; vehicles can be printed at 45° for fewer supports.
Other Games at 32mm Scale
These systems use the same miniature scale as Warhammer 40,000. Miniatures are generally interchangeable between them.
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