The German Army was the first to develop and test the flamethrower (flammenwerfer) in combat. First employed near Verdun in 1915, the results were spectacular; no soldier would willingly hold their ground with liquid flames spilling over the parapet. By 1918, the 3rd Guard Pioneer Battalion specialised in the use of flamethrowers and a flamethrower platoon (flammenwerfertrupp) of four to eight man-packed flamethrowers was attached to most Stormtrooper battalions. Attached flamethrower teams would assist Stormtroopers and the infantry in clearing enemy trenches and pillboxes. Often just the first lick of flame was enough to elicit surrender or to put enemy troops to flight.
Contains one resin German Flamethrower Team consisting of:
1x Operator with Kleif Flammenwerfer M1917
1x Assistant
1x Flame effect
These are 28mm miniatures, perfect for supporting your German army on your WW1 tabletop for games of 1918, but could also work for more historically grounded units in Trench Crusade or grimdark wargaming.
German Flamethrower Team
Product Information
This item is expertly printed in high-quality resin in the UK. As this item is made to order, please allow an additional 5-7 working days for your order to dispatch.
The resin we use is durable, holds excellent detail and has some flex, meaning it is resistant to breakage. Our miniatures are fully cleaned and cured. As with all resins, be cautious when cutting, filing, sanding etc - wear a mask, work outdoors or 'work wet' to be on the safe side.
These items are scale/hobby models, not toys. They are not recommended for children under 13.
Scale: 28mm, 1/56
Models designed by: Sam Kelly
