Minifigure – German Waffen SS machine gunner mid to late World War II era (LEGO Alternative)

This LEGO minifigure appears to represent a German Waffen-SS machine gunner from the mid to late World War II era.

Here’s a breakdown of the visual cues:

• Camouflage Pattern: The figure is wearing a full uniform (helmet cover, tunic, and trousers) in a camouflage pattern that strongly resembles the German “Erbsenmuster” (pea dot) pattern. This pattern was predominantly used by the Waffen-SS from 1944 onwards.
• Uniform and Insignia: The tunic features collar tabs. Although the specific details are small, the presence of insignia here, combined with the full Erbsenmuster camouflage, typically indicates Waffen-SS affiliation on such custom figures. The figure also has a detailed belt and buckle.
• Role and Equipment: The ammunition belt draped over the figure’s shoulders is a clear indicator that this soldier is a machine gunner. The headset could also be associated with a crew-served weapon or a specific combat role.
• Weapon: The weapon depicted is a detailed representation of a German machine gun, likely an MG 34 or, more commonly associated with the later war period and such camouflage, an MG 42.
• Headgear: The primary headgear is a helmet with the Erbsenmuster camouflage cover. A separate, plain dark grey helmet piece is also shown.
• Initial Image Description: The hints “brickmania dot 44” (referring to the Erbsenmuster pattern, also known as Dot 44) and “German Pea Dot Infantry” strongly align with these visual elements.

Considering the full Erbsenmuster camouflage uniform, the ammunition belt signifying a machine gunner role, the German machine gun, and the general association of this camouflage with Waffen-SS units, this minifigure is designed to portray a German Waffen-SS machine gunner during the latter part of World War II.