1:12 scale
The1:12 scaleis a traditionalscale (ratio)for models and miniatures. In this scale (ratio), one inch on the scale model or miniature is equal to twelve inches on the original object being copied. Depending on the application, this particular scale (ratio) is also calledone-scale(since 1 inch equals 1 foot).[1]
The scale is popular fordollhouses,especially those aimed at adult collectors. It is also used for modellive steamrailroads, and rather rarely, for high-enddie-castmodel andradio-controlled cars.
1:12 scale is also popular foraction figuresand related toys, especially those based on super-heroes and related concepts (such as Marvel Legends, DC Universe Classics and most recentlyMezco Toyz's One:12 series.) It has also been used for at least one related game (Shadowrun Duels).
The 1:12 scale was also used inJonathan Swift's 1726 novelGulliver's Travels.The ratio was used to compare theLilliputiansto Gulliver.
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[edit]- ^"Scale: What does 1:12 mean, and why is it important?".SmallHouse Models.29 September 2015.Retrieved13 February2018.
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