So the other day I finally had my chance to work on a project I had been really looking forward to doing for awhile, Greatcoats.
I had this conversions idea way back when I was doing my traitor guard that I never got to implement, but I really though would look great.
Don’t get me wrong, there are plenty of alternate kits out there to use for Greatcoat models- all of which are great, but I’m just kinda a Games Workshop fan boy and only like working with their kits.
You may remember the Traitor Guard I converted up using Vampire Counts Grave Guard, Forge World Renegades, and Cadian bits.
This new batch of conversions I did are along those same lines, only not as evil….
- Empire Archer Bodies
- Cadian Shock Trooper Lasgun Arms Set
- Space Wolf Scout Heads
- Space Marine Scout Heads
These conversions are actually surprisingly simple, and look remarkably well IMHO. The torso and legs are from the Empire Archer kit, which are conveniently all one part.The arms are the normal Cadian Shock Trooper ones, and the heads are a mix of Space Marine, and Space Wolf Scouts. Of course you could use any head really, and to tell you the truth I only used these because it’s all I had on hand in the quantity I needed.
I mixed in a few Cadian heads in as well at the end, so you can get a good idea of scale.
To make this conversion, all you have to do is save about 1/16″ off of either shoulder and the Cadian arms fit flush. Some of the torsos don’t even require this adjustment to make them fit perfect.
Then top with whatever head suits your theme.
I featured a few more of the models below, as well as some squad level shots. These guys will be manning my Inquisitorial Rhinos / Razorbacks for their Lord Cotaez in the near future.
Want more Imperial Guard Conversions? Checkout my RENEGADES link for more great alternate Guardsmen inspirations!
About the Author: Rob Baer
Rob Baer
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Founded Spikey Bits in 2009
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About Rob Baer: Founder, Publisher, & Managing Editor of Spikey Bits, the leading tabletop gaming news website focused on the hobby side of wargaming and miniatures.
Rob also co-founded and currently hosts the Long War Podcast, which has over 350 episodes and focuses on tabletop miniatures gaming, specializing in Warhammer 40k. and spent six years writing for Bell of Lost Souls.
Every year, along with his co-hosts, he helps host the Long War 40k Doubles Tournament at Adepticon and the Long War 40k Doubles at Las Vegas Open, which attracts over 350 players from around the world.
Rob has won many Warhammer 40k Tournaments over the years, including multiple first-place finishes in Warhammer 40k Grand Tournaments over the years and even winning 1st place at the Adepticon 40k Team Tournament.
With over 30 years of experience in retail and distribution, Rob knows all the products and exactly which ones are the best. As a member of GAMA (Game Manufacturers Association), he advocates for gaming stores and manufacturers in these difficult times, always looking for the next big thing to feature for the miniatures hobby, helping everyone to provide the value consumers want.
While he’s played every edition of Warhammer 40k and Warhammer Fantasy (since 5th Edition) and has been hobbying on miniatures since the 1980s, Titans of all sizes will always be his favorite! It’s even rumored that his hobby vault rivals the Solemnance Galleries, containing rulebooks filled with lore from editions long past, ancient packs of black-bordered Magic Cards, and models made of both pewter and resin.
