G Scale Figures

[rbrpguy]

Hi Ya'll! My daughter bought me a "G" scale cowboy I was to use on my G scale train layout stagecoach. I have a G scale Hobo that rides on the back of my caboose, and as you can see from the picture in the link the cowboy is considerably smaller. The seller (eBay of course) said to my daughter "Our resin figures are computer designed, proportionally accurate scale models. Many of the figures you buy are not. You definitely received the correct size." Just wanted to know the groups thoughts on this. It was inexpensive enough, but if it is misleading, the guy should be called out on it. Thanks!

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[Yard Master]

Hi rbrpguy,

It depends on which scale the figures are actually manufactured in. Even if both are labeled as "G"/"Large" scale, a 1:29 scale figure will be smaller than a 1:20 figure, just like the trains. Did the eBay seller specify which scale the figures are printed in?

[rbrpguy]

Hi Yard Master, no the dropdown menu only says "G" scale. If you scroll down it is stated they are designed by 3DP Miniatures. If you go to their site, I see multiple scales (1:24, 1:25, 1:18 and a few more. My Hobo is about 3 1/2 inches high. If you were able to stand the Cowboy up, he is at about 3 inches. My Hobo looks more authentic to the scale although maybe a little more cartoonish. He is Woodland Scenics.

[veetwelve]

Measure across the bottom of the figure's feet, heel to toe, and then compare that to a pair of your own shoes.  Do the math, and that should give you a close approximation of the scale of the figure.  You may find that the hobo is a bit large for your train; that cowboy figure looks about right to me.
All the best,
Jay