1:35 Scale Calculator & Conversion Chart
Military armor standard · 2.86% of real size
1:35 is the worldwide standard for military armor kits — tanks, AFVs, artillery, and the figures that crew them. Popularized by Tamiya in the 1960s, it hits the sweet spot where individual track links and weld seams are buildable without the kit outgrowing a bookshelf.
Precision Scale Conversion Calculator
1:35 Scale Quick Facts
- 1 real foot = 0.343″ (8.71 mm) on the model
- 1 real meter = 28.57 mm on the model
- A 6 ft (183 cm) person = 52.3 mm (2.06″) tall
- Model is 2.86% of real size — use this as the scale percentage in 3D-print slicers
1:35 Scale Reference Chart
| Real Size | mm | cm | inches |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 inch | 0.726 mm | 0.073 cm | 0.029″ |
| 1 foot | 8.7 mm | 0.871 cm | 0.343″ |
| 6 ft (person) | 52.3 mm | 5.23 cm | 2.057″ |
| 1 meter | 28.6 mm | 2.86 cm | 1.125″ |
| 3 m (room height) | 85.7 mm | 8.57 cm | 3.375″ |
| 10 meters | 285.7 mm | 28.57 cm | 11.249″ |
| 30 m (building) | 857.1 mm | 85.71 cm | 33.746″ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 1:35 scale in mm, cm, and inches?
In 1:35 Scale, 1 unit on the model equals 35 of the same unit in real life. One real foot equals 0.343 inches (8.71 mm) on the model, one real meter equals 28.57 mm (2.86 cm), and the model is 2.86% of real size.
How tall is a 6 ft person in 1:35 Scale?
A 6-foot (183 cm) person stands 52.3 mm (2.06 inches) tall in 1:35 Scale.
How do I convert a real measurement to 1:35 Scale?
Divide the real measurement by 35. For example, a 10 m object is 285.7 mm long in 1:35 Scale. The calculator on this page does this automatically in both directions.