Minifigure – German Waffen-SS Machine Gunner (MG Gunner) WWII (LEGO Compatible)

The Figure: WWII German Waffen-SS Machine Gunner (MG Gunner)

This historical toy minifigure represents the most heavily armed member of a German infantry squad: the Machine Gunner (Gunner No. 1 or Maschinengewehrschütze 1). The text on the image labels him as “MT74 MG Gunner”.

• Headgear: He wears a Stahlhelm fitted with a Camouflage Helmet Cover (Tarnüberzug).

  • Pattern: The cover features the “Autumn” Oak Leaf (Eichenlaub) pattern, dominated by shades of orange, brown, and black. This reversible camouflage was a signature of elite SS units.

• Uniform:

  • Torso: He wears a camouflage tunic or smock matching his helmet. The collar reveals the SS Runes (Sig Runes) on the right tab, explicitly identifying him as a member of the Waffen-SS.

  • Legs: He wears standard Field Grey Trousers with gaiters (Gamaschen) and ankle boots, which replaced the tall jackboots later in the war.

• Equipment:

  • Pistol Holster: A key historical detail is the black leather Pistol Holster on his left hip. Because the machine gun was heavy and cumbersome, the primary gunner always carried a pistol (typically a P08 Luger or P38) for personal protection in close quarters.

  • Tool Pouch: On his chest/belt gear, there is a distinct Green Pouch. This likely represents the machine gun tool kit (Werkzeugtasche) containing spare bolts, oil, and wrenches needed to keep the gun operational.

  • Back Gear: The rear view shows him fully loaded with a Gas Mask Canister, Bread Bag, Canteen, and a Mess Tin strapped to the belt.

• Weapon: He is armed with a heavy Machine Gun (representing an MG34 or MG42) mounted on a bipod. This weapon was the backbone of German infantry tactics, known for its high rate of fire.