Minifigure – Romanian Soldier with Captured PPSh-41 WWII (LEGO Compatible)

The Figure: WWII Romanian Soldier with Captured PPSh-41

This toy minifigure represents a Soldier of the Romanian Royal Army (Armata Regală Română) during World War II. Specifically, he is depicted as a “Stormtrooper” or veteran infantryman equipped with captured Soviet gear, a common sight on the Eastern Front.

• Uniform: He wears the standard Romanian Khaki/Mustard Wool Tunic. The distinctive color and the pleated breast pockets clearly identify him as a Romanian soldier, distinct from the grey-uniformed Germans.

• Headgear: He wears the Green Steel Helmet, representing the Dutch M34 or German M35 helmets widely used by the Romanian military.

• Tactical Gear (The “Captured” Loadout):

  • PPSh-41 Drum Pouch: The most unique feature is the large, buttoned Canvas Pouch on his right hip (viewer’s left). This is historically a Soviet-issue pouch designed to hold the round 71-round drum magazine for the PPSh-41 Submachine Gun. The file name confirms this intent (“PPSh Soldier”).

  • Pistol Holster: On his left hip (viewer’s right), he wears a brown leather Pistol Holster. SMG gunners were often issued sidearms for backup.

  • Y-Straps: He wears the standard leather infantry suspension straps.

• Face: The face print features a Scar on the left cheek and a stern, serious expression, depicting a battle-hardened survivor.

Historical Background: On the Eastern Front, the Romanian Army (like the German Wehrmacht) often captured large quantities of Soviet equipment. The Soviet PPSh-41 submachine gun was highly simpler and more reliable in the freezing Russian winter than many Axis weapons. It was extremely popular among Axis troops, who would often discard their own bolt-action rifles to pick up a captured “Pe-Pe-Sha” for its high rate of fire. This figure represents a Romanian soldier who has adapted to the brutal reality of the front by using the enemy’s superior close-quarters weaponry.