What fits at 1:35
Armour, military vehicles, artillery, figures and dioramas. The large size makes 1:35 ideal for super-detailing and weathering.
| Real subject | Real size | 1:35 model |
|---|---|---|
| M1 Abrams tank | 9.77 m | 27.9 cm |
| Tiger I heavy tank | 8.45 m | 24.1 cm |
| Sherman M4 tank | 5.84 m | 16.7 cm |
| Willys Jeep | 3.33 m | 9.5 cm |
| Soldier figure | 1.8 m | 5.1 cm |
Size comparison at 1:35
Relative model sizes at 1:35 (longest bar = largest model):
1:35 in mm, cm and inches
How common real-world sizes convert to 1:35 model size:
| Real size | Model (mm) | Model (cm) | Model (inches) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 m | 28.6 mm | 2.86 cm | 1.12 in |
| 2 m | 57.1 mm | 5.71 cm | 2.25 in |
| 5 m | 143 mm | 14.3 cm | 5.62 in |
| 10 m | 286 mm | 28.6 cm | 11.2 in |
| 1 ft | 8.71 mm | 0.871 cm | 0.343 in |
| 6 ft (person) | 52.3 mm | 5.23 cm | 2.06 in |
Frequently asked questions
How tall is a 1:35 figure?
A 1.8 m soldier becomes about 5.1 cm tall at 1:35 (1.8 ÷ 35).
Why is 1:35 so popular for tanks?
It started with Tamiya’s motorised armour kits in the 1960s and became the de-facto military standard, so the widest range of tank kits and accessories exists at 1:35.