Masterbox Plastic Model Kit

German Infantry, Bastogne, 1944 WWII

This 1/35 scale figure set from Masterbox represents German infantry during the fighting around Bastogne in the winter of 1944. The figures are designed to reflect the harsh conditions of the Battle of the Bulge, with poses and equipment suited to cold-weather operations.

Part of the 1/35 figures model kits range, this set is ideal for dioramas and battlefield scenes. The figures can be combined with vehicles, terrain, or opposing forces to recreate moments from this significant late-war campaign.

• 1/35 scale plastic figure set
• Represents German infantry in Bastogne, 1944
• Winter uniforms and combat poses
• Detailed sculpting for realistic scenes
• Suitable for WWII dioramas
• Designed for historical representation

The figures provide a strong foundation for painting and weathering, particularly for snow and winter effects. They can be used as a standalone display or integrated into larger scenes depicting the Battle of the Bulge.

History

In December 1944, German forces launched a major offensive in the Ardennes region, known as the Battle of the Bulge. As part of this operation, German units advanced towards key strategic locations, including the town of Bastogne in Belgium.

The fighting around Bastogne became one of the central engagements of the campaign. German infantry, supported by armoured units, attempted to encircle and capture the town, facing determined resistance from Allied forces, including the US 101st Airborne Division.

Combat took place under extremely harsh winter conditions, with snow, freezing temperatures, and limited visibility affecting both sides. German troops had to operate in difficult terrain while maintaining supply lines during the advance.

The battle ultimately stalled, and the German offensive failed to achieve its objectives. The events at Bastogne remain a defining moment of the Second World War, illustrating the intensity and challenges of winter warfare on the Western Front.