Sturmmann 1940
Represent an early-war German enlisted soldier with this finely detailed Sturmmann 1940 miniature. Depicting a member of the Waffen-SS during the opening period of the Second World War, the figure is suited to historically grounded scenes, military collections and carefully researched displays.
Historical Role
Sturmmann was an enlisted Waffen-SS rank positioned above SS-Mann and below Rottenführer. In 1940, personnel holding this rank served in the field as ordinary soldiers within their assigned formations, carrying out duties such as advancing with infantry sections, maintaining defensive positions, conducting patrols and supporting unit movement. The title indicated rank rather than a specialised battlefield role, so a Sturmmann could perform a variety of tasks depending on his unit and training.
Distinctive Appearance
The miniature reflects the practical appearance associated with German field personnel in the early-war period. Its uniformed silhouette, field equipment and rank-appropriate presentation provide a recognisable 1940 character without introducing later-war styling. At larger scales, the sculpted clothing folds, equipment shapes and uniform details offer additional opportunities for careful painting, shading and weathering.
Modelling Uses
This figure is ideal for early-war dioramas depicting troop movements, roadside halts, occupied positions or preparations behind the front. It can also add period detail to model railways, particularly station, goods-yard and military transport scenes. Wargaming displays can use the miniature as a characterful enlisted figure, while collectors of German World War II subjects can place it alongside vehicles, buildings and other personnel from the same period.
Fun Fact
The rank name Sturmmann can be translated literally as “storm man.” Although its wording evokes the storm troops of the First World War, by 1940 it was an established enlisted rank and did not automatically identify the holder as a specialist assault soldier.
Available Scales
Available in 1:87, 1:76, 1:72, 1:48 and 1:35 scales, supporting everything from compact railway layouts to larger, highly detailed display scenes.
Finish Options
Choose from Cleaned Resin Grey, Grey Primed - Ready for Painting, or Historical Base Colour to suit your preferred modelling and finishing process.
Very small details may vary slightly depending on the scale selected.
