They're mounted on 85mm x 55mm bases - something I've used for most of my Napoleonic artillery.
Friday, July 18, 2025
Napoleonic Prussian Artillery - 3D Print Models
These 3D resin models were picked up off of ebay. The set comes with 3 cannon (with howitzer options), and 4 crewmen per gun, as well as mounted and foot officers and drummer. Note: the mounted figure leaning over to his left is a Perry figure.
These will be part of my 1813 Campaign game - which I hope to run with either Black Powder or Valour and Fortitude. Something light, and easily picked up for an evening game with multiple players.
Interestingly, all the crewmen have uncovered shakos, which would've been unusual on campaign. In any case, I got to paint the top bands of the shakos to make them look more colorful. The NCO's shakos have gold bands, as well as gold trim on their colors and cuffs.
Here are the command figures, along with the Perry Gneisenau figure.
They match up well with the Perry figure.
Below, a comparison with a Victrix French cannon and crew on the left. They're proportioned pretty similarly, IMO.
Here's the set prior to painting. The sprue trees in the back have extra equipment pieces, but I found them a bit too fragile to cut away - so didn't use them.
Well, glad to have these done, as now the Russians, Prussians, and Austrians all have artillery support to face the French. Thanks for checking out the blog, and hoping you all are having a safe and good summer.
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Those are really very nice Napoleonic 3d prints Dean!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Keith. Yes, I know you have a lot of experience with 3D prints. These are actually a lot nice than the Austrians. They are proportioned pretty much like other mainstream makes - particularly similar to Victrix in size and style. Kindest regards, Dean
DeleteVery impressive models Dean. Lovely paint job as usual.
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot, Richard. Now the Prussians have fire support. Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteGreat looking miniatures!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Michal! Appreciate the visit and nice comment as always. Best regards, Dean
DeleteThe models are impressive, and the paint jobs are truly exceptional. 3D models now provide an expanding variety of options that were previously unavailable. Most importantly, the quality of resin is improving and may soon rival that of hard plastic. This could be a turning point!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Bartek! Yes, some of the resin used are very durable - the "Empire" knights I painted a few weeks ago are really strong for gaming. These are pretty good too, but the detailing is so precise, for instance the sword scabbards being so thin, can be a bit fragile for gaming. But yes, overall, they are very comparable to a lot of plastic kits. Warmest regards, Dean
DeleteAs always sweet paint job. I am still not totally onboard with 3D prints yet. I have had some bad experiences with beautiful sculpts, spent hours and hours painting only to have them shatter being dropped three feet onto a carpeted floor!
ReplyDeleteThat said I have also had good experience with some that are very flexible but still have great detail.
One has to pay special attention to the material the printers are using I am finding out.
Cheers
Kevin