Dragon 1602 STURMBANNFUHRER Ardennes 1944 (1/16) – Plastic Assembly Figure

Dragon 1602 STURMBANNFUHRER Ardennes 1944 in 1/16 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit representing a Waffen-SS officer with the rank of Sturmbannführer during the Battle of the Ardennes in 1944. This set is a precise infantry figure model, offering exceptional details of the uniform, weapons, and equipment characteristic of the final period of World War II.

Product Features

• Scale: 1/16
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Glue and paints not included
• Manufacturer: Dragon
• Self-assembly model
• Category: plastic figure model kit

Historical Description and Application

The Waffen-SS Sturmbannführer featured in the Dragon 1602 set represents a senior officer corps member of the German armed forces during one of the Wehrmacht's last major offensives in December 1944 – the Battle of the Ardennes. Also known as the Ardennes Offensive, this was the largest German land operation on the Western Front at the end of World War II. Officers with the rank of Sturmbannführer played key roles in commanding units and planning offensive actions against Allied troops.

The figure perfectly captures details of the winter uniform, pieces of equipment – including a holster, officer's belt, and the characteristic overcoat – as well as weapons used by the German army in 1944. This model is suitable for historical dioramas, especially those recreating winter scenes or specific episodes from the Ardennes Offensive.

Additions and Difficulty Level

• The model does not include metal parts or resin accessories – the entire set is made from precision plastic
• The kit includes a clear assembly guide to facilitate putting the parts together
• Build difficulty level: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate and experienced figure modelers

Who Do We Recommend It For?

Dragon 1602 STURMBANNFUHRER Ardennes 1944 (1:16) is an excellent choice for both historical modeling enthusiasts and collectors of World War II soldier figures. The rich details and large scale allow for outstanding painting effects and the recreation of even the smallest elements of the uniform. We recommend this model to anyone looking to expand their collection with a figure from one of the most significant clashes of 1944, as well as to those building dioramas from this period.