Copper State Models CSM F35082 - 1:35 German Cyclist Carrying Bicycle

3D-printed resin figure of a German cyclist carrying a bicycle in 1:35 scale

Copper State Models F35082 is a figure of a German cyclist troops soldier of the First World War, shown carrying a bicycle. The pose is designed to be combined with a separately available bicycle, creating a dynamic, realistic scene.

The bicycle is not included (available separately). The fine 3D-print detail gives a realistic rendering of the uniform and equipment.

What's in the box:

• 3D-printed resin figure of a German cyclist in a bicycle-carrying pose

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:35
• Catalogue number: F35082
• Manufacturer: Copper State Models
• Material: 3D print (resin)

Note: the kit does not include glue, paints or modelling tools. The figure is intended for self-assembly and painting.

Painting and assembly:

Recommended colours are a German field-grey (feldgrau) uniform, brown leather equipment and metallic accents. The face and hands are best finished with figure paints and gentle shading.

Required tools:

• Hobby knife or scalpel to separate the parts and clean off print-support marks
• Cyanoacrylate glue (if the figure is multi-part)
• Modelling primer
• Figure brushes or an airbrush
• Modelling paints (acrylic, enamel or oil)
• A wash and paints for shading the detail

About the figure - German Army cyclist (First World War):

The figure depicts a soldier of the German cyclist troops (Radfahrtruppen) of the First World War. Bicycles gave the German infantry fast movement, and cyclist units were used for reconnaissance and communications.

The bicycle is not included (available separately - for example the Copper State Models German Victoria Model 12 bicycle).

About the manufacturer - Copper State Models:

Copper State Models is a Latvian manufacturer specialising in First World War and interwar subjects - aircraft, armoured cars, motorcycles, bicycles and figures - in scales from 1:72 to 1:28. The brand's figures are produced by 3D printing, which captures very fine detail of faces, hands, uniform folds and equipment. Copper State Models is known for its attention to historical accuracy and for a rich range of figures that complement vehicle models and diorama scenes.