Skip to content
Classic Fantasy Wargame Est. 2024

Warhammer: The Old World

The Old World revives the classic Warhammer Fantasy setting with ranked regiments, tile-based movement, and the Old World map. It uses the legacy 28mm fantasy scale, making it compatible with decades of classic Citadel miniatures alongside new releases.

Scale Details

Miniature Scale
28mm
Ratio Equivalent
1:56
Measurement
eye level
Eye Level Height
28.0mm

The Old World deliberately returns to 28mm scale for its new plastic kits, matching the original Warhammer Fantasy range. This is smaller than Age of Sigmar's 32mm, so mixing the two ranges on the same table produces a visible size difference.

Publisher: Games Workshop · Base Sizes: 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm, 50mm

Scale Conversions for Old World

Slicer percentages for converting between Warhammer: The Old World and other common miniature scales.

Conversion Description Slicer %
28mm → 32mm Old World to AoS Scale 114.3%
32mm → 28mm AoS to Old World Scale 87.5%
28mm → 35mm Classic Fantasy to Legion 125.0%
28mm → 1:35 Fantasy to Model Kit 178.6%

3D Printing Tips for Old World

Ranked regiment models work best printed in batches with consistent layer heights. 0.4mm nozzle at 0.08mm layers balances speed and detail for infantry blocks. Character models and unit champions benefit from 0.2mm nozzle at 0.06mm. Cavalry and chariots print well at 45° angle to minimize support scarring on horses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What scale is Warhammer: The Old World?
Warhammer: The Old World miniatures are 28mm scale (1:56 ratio), measured eye level. The Old World deliberately returns to 28mm scale for its new plastic kits, matching the original Warhammer Fantasy range. This is smaller than Age of Sigmar's 32mm, so mixing the two ranges on the same table produces a visible size difference.
What base sizes does Warhammer: The Old World use?
Warhammer: The Old World uses the following base sizes: 20mm, 25mm, 30mm, 40mm, 50mm.
What nozzle and layer height should I use for Warhammer: The Old World miniatures?
Ranked regiment models work best printed in batches with consistent layer heights. 0.4mm nozzle at 0.08mm layers balances speed and detail for infantry blocks. Character models and unit champions benefit from 0.2mm nozzle at 0.06mm. Cavalry and chariots print well at 45° angle to minimize support scarring on horses.

Ready to scale your Warhammer: The Old World STL files?

Open the Scale Engine