Tamiya 36313 - 1:16 German Field Commander

Plastic figure kit of a German field commander (WWII) in 1:16 scale

Tamiya 36313 depicts a German officer – a field commander from the Second World War. The figure is captured in a field uniform, in a pose typical of an officer directing operations in the field. It makes a striking element of dioramas and works well with vehicle models.

What's in the box:

• Figure parts for assembly in a commander's pose
• Field uniform and officer's gear parts
• Illustrated assembly and painting instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:16
• Item number: 36313
• Manufacturer: Tamiya
• Series: 1/16 World Figure
• Assembled height: approx. 11–12 cm (depending on the pose)

Note: glue, paints and modelling tools are not included. The model is intended for self-assembly and painting.

Building the model:

It is best to build the figure from subassemblies (torso, limbs, head and gear separately), hiding the parting lines with putty and smoothing them gently before painting. Paint the face and hands separately, and the uniform and gear in layers, from base colours up to highlights. Paint the officer's insignia and uniform detail carefully with a fine brush. Emphasise the fabric folds and gear detail with a wash and dry-brushing.

Tools you'll need:

• Modelling nippers for removing parts from the sprues
• Hobby knife or scalpel
• Files and sandpaper for cleaning up sprue-gate marks
• Modelling putty to hide the parting lines between parts
• Plastic cement (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement)
• Fine brushes and modelling paints (acrylic or enamel) for the face, uniform and gear
• Panel-line wash to emphasise folds and detail, plus dry-brushing

About the figure – German field commander:

Officers commanding units in the field directed operations from the front line, often using binoculars and a map. The figure depicts such a commander and works well as the central point of a diorama depicting a command scene.

About the manufacturer – Tamiya:

Tamiya Corporation is a Japanese model company founded in 1946 in Shizuoka, regarded as the heart of Japan's model-making industry. It launched its first injection-moulded plastic kit in 1960 and soon set a global benchmark for quality thanks to precise tooling and excellent parts fit. Figures from the 1/16 World Figure series are valued for their careful sculpting of the face, uniform and gear. Beyond plastic kits in many scales, the company offers a full range of accessories: paints, glues, tools and brushes. Tamiya operates in dozens of countries and remains one of the most recognisable brands in the hobby.