1:56 to 35mm Miniature Scale for 3D Printing
Convert 3D printed tabletop miniatures from 1:56 to 35mm. This STL scale calculator is designed for Warhammer, D&D, and tabletop gaming miniatures.
Slicer Setting
Uniform scale (XYZ locked)
The math
(35.0mm / 31.3mm) × 100 = 112.0%
Based on 175cm human baseline, eye-level measurement (160cm).
Scale baselines
- Source eye level 28.6mm Eye
- Target eye level 35.0mm Eye
- Scale factor 112.0%
When you need this
You need this when bringing older or smaller 1:56 models into a modern 35mm collection. This upscale is noticeable but manageable. Most painters bridge the gap with basing detail, posture adjustments, or custom base rims.
Source: 1:56
1:56 is the wargaming vehicle companion scale. Often paired with 28mm infantry. Tanks and vehicles at 1:56 look correct next to 28mm figures because the vehicle scale accounts for ground clearance and hull height, not just eye level. Common systems: Bolt Action, Chain of Command, Flames of War (vehicle scale).
Note: Some manufacturers label 1:48 vehicles as 'compatible with 28mm.' They are slightly oversized. Stick to 1:56 for visual harmony.
Target: 35mm
35mm is used by Star Wars: Legion (current), Kingdom Death, Scale 75. Popular with painters who want more canvas for freehand detail without entering true bust territory. Often sits between 32mm heroic and 40mm skirmish scales.
Note: 35mm is sometimes marketed as 'true 35mm' (realistic proportions) vs 'heroic 35mm' (exaggerated). Check before mixing.
Print notes
Set your slicer to 112.0%. FDM at 35mm benefits from a 0.2mm nozzle at 0.06mm layer height for faces.
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