1:72 Scale to 1:48 Scale Conversion
To convert a model dimension from 1:72 Scale to 1:48 Scale, multiply it by 1.5 (72 ÷ 48). The result is a larger model — every length, width, and height changes by the same factor.
Conversion Chart
| 1:72 Scale size (mm) | 1:48 Scale size (mm) |
|---|---|
| 1 mm | 1.50 mm |
| 2 mm | 3.00 mm |
| 5 mm | 7.50 mm |
| 10 mm | 15.00 mm |
| 20 mm | 30.00 mm |
| 50 mm | 75.00 mm |
| 100 mm | 150.00 mm |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert 1:72 Scale to 1:48 Scale?
Multiply any 1:72 Scale model dimension by 1.5 to get the 1:48 Scale dimension. This works because 1:72 Scale is 1:72 and 1:48 Scale is 1:48, so the factor is 72 ÷ 48 = 1.5.
Is 1:48 Scale bigger or smaller than 1:72 Scale?
1:48 Scale models are larger: the same subject is 1.5× bigger in every dimension in 1:48 Scale than in 1:72 Scale.
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