It is a well-known fact among many that tabletop games are pretty expensive, especially amongWarhammer 40Kfans. Models of the famed wargame are almost exorbitantly expensive, with army boxes running anywhere from 100 to 200 dollars, and that is just to get started. If you want a full-fledged army, it will cost much more, and to play more than just one faction, as most people do, you are going to need to be able to pay up even more.
But as expensive as this sounds, andas taxing as the process of painting and gluing these figures already is, it is nothing compared to some models inWarhammer 40Kthat are more expensive than entire armies. These models are often unfathomably rare, finely crafted, astoundingly massive, or all the above, hence their hefty price tag. Here are the most expensive figures in theWarhammer 40Kfranchise and how much they cost.
Updated On December 17th, 2024 By Joshua Leeds:Each of these models has tabletop rules for those willing to invest the points into using them. While they will cost a pretty penny to get on the table, some can be incredibly worthwhile to get and even use. This article has been updated to include the baseline stats for each model along with the strongest weapon they have access to.
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Space Marines are one of the most prominent fighting forces in the galaxy and have a lot of the Imperium’s best weapons at their disposal. While it is very rare to be brought out, the Astraeus Super-Heavy Tank represents the height of Space Marine vehicles and combat potential.
This massive tank can take out most enemies in a single shot and is one of the more rare vehicles of humanity in the galaxy. This tank is riddled with guns making it a perfect option against any enemy or threat.
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The Ork Gargantuan Squiggoth is among the many dependable and despicable beasts utilized by Orks. A rhinoceros-like monster, this creature is the most mammoth version of a Squiggoth on the market and stands as the most powerful, using its massive size and impressive strength to trample and devour anything in its path. Few beasts and war machines compare, making the Ork Gargantuan Squiggoth a perfect choice when WAAAGH-ing!
Being the big and brutal beastie it is, the Ork Gargantuan Squiggoth demands a significant sum from collectors. The grand model costs a minimum of $510 yet often runs higher depending. The Ork Gargantuan Squiggoth is a horrible beast that complements Ork armies wonderfully and is a detailed miniature worth the price. Those looking to spice up their WAAAGH! or paint an astounding model should look to this wonderful miniature.
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KX139 Ta’unar Supremacy Armour is among the T’au Empire’s most aspiring projects and grandest mechs, standing at a height comparable to Knights and Tyranid monstrosities. This invention was the answer to the problem of T’au heavy flyers being unable to compete with far more formidable enemies. Equipped with missiles and devastating long-range armaments, the KX139 Ta’unar Supremacy Armour can eradicate even the most imposing and towering foes, bringing them down with a barrage of shots.
KX139 Ta’unar Supremacy Armour is expensive, but for several good reasons: it is huge, detailed, and somewhat rare. The model stands tall and possesses various weaponry of equal size, everything with the utmost attention to detail, from the inner workings of the model to its massive guns. If that was not enough, the KX139 Ta’unar Supremacy Armour is always out of stock, as it is among the most prized models of any T’au army. Although, the price is well worth the fun of putting the model together and painting it.
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The first expensive model is the Tyranid Harridan,a Tyranid monstrosityresembling a xenomorph-dragon hybrid with no eyes and biological guns in its wing joints. This flying nightmare is a horror that will make any army fearful of the sky, as it can unleash a flurry of living bullets and a frenzy of vicious slashes from above, all while avoiding returning fire or close-quarters confrontation with even the most determined opponents.
The only thing more terrifying than the Tyranid Harridan is the hefty price collectors must pay for it. The model costs a minimum of $515 but is known to range beyond that. Although a pretty penny, the Tyranid Harridan is worth the price, as it is a visually stunning and grand model that looks outstanding on the tabletop. The model is a worthwhile purchase regardless for Tyranid enthusiasts or painters looking for a challenge.
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Continuing the train on monsters from the deepest pits of your nightmares, the Tyranid Hierophant Bio-Titan is a frightening Tyranid behemoth. Instead of being a monster that gives people a phobia of clear skies and clouds, this one will incite in any who gazes upon its massive figure, which can overpower the mightiest war machines and birth droves of lesser Tyranids; few creatures are as capable as this hulking beast.
Being the large and complex model it is, the Tyranid Hierophant Bio-Titan runs for a considerable price. The model costs a minimum of $515 but can surpass this number significantly. While outrageous at first, considering the size and complexity of the Tyranid Hierophant Bio-Titan model, it is understandable. It stands tall, looks petrifying, and will draw many fearful or awe-inspired eyes to it while on the tabletop.
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The Custodes are arguably the most deadly fighting force in the galaxy, and they have the tools to back that legacy up. This Gunship represents the pinnacle of the Custodes Vehicles, only used in a dire situation when they can’t estimate their foes on foot.
Should this vehicle be brought out into battle, it will decimate any enemy with shockingly powerful guns and bombs. Few enemies will survive this ship’s wrath to face those who pilot it, and many would consider themselves lucky to not have to.
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The Mastodon Super-Heavy Assault Transport is a troop transport that allows soldiers to move around safely, their protection assured by a massive tank with layers of thick armor and more guns than any carrier has any right to have. Being a mammoth vehicle, it can carry around forty Space Marines a significant distance, getting them into the thick of battle without a scratch. Moreover, the Mastodon Super-Heavy Assault Transport comes equipped with Heavy Flamers, Lascannons, Hunter-Killer Missile Launchers, and other destructive armaments, making it a killing machine in its own right.
The Mastodon Super-Heavy Assault Transport is an effective vehicle imposing size-wise and performance-wise, making it well worth the eye-catching price tag. The model goes for a cost of $630 in most places but can reach ludicrous prices depending. While this seems a considerable expense, it is worth noting that the Mastodon Super-Heavy Assault Transport is massive, effective, and overall a well-put-together model, making it a prize for any collector to assemble, paint, and put on display.
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The Acastus Knight Porphyrion is a super top-heavy mech that, despite this, is a devastating walking weapon, considering all of the destructive power it has. It is amongthe Imperium of Man’srarest and most capable Knights, heavily armored and well-equipped with two massive twinned Magna Lascannons — heavy guns capable of tearing through the most durable war machines. Although a rare sight, when the Acastus Knight Porphyrion arrives on the battlefield, enemies know the unfavorable odds set against them.
The Acastus Knight Porphyrion is not only a finely detailed and massive model but an effective one, contributing to its hefty price tag. The model is purchasable for the sky-high cost of $685, yet its price often exceeds this. The Acastus Knight Porphyrion being the grand and awe-inspiring model it is, there is no wonder that it costs so much, especially considering its value on the tabletop. It makes for a wonderful project to put together and paint.
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The Mars Pattern Warhound Titan is a variant of the deadly war machine known as the Warhound Titan, an Imperial Titan best known for scouting enemy lines, flanking, and being among the smallest. However, despite their size and lesser status, they remain powerful machines of war that can turn the tide with their mobility and ambush maneuvers. The Mars Pattern Warhound Titan is more or less the same, although with a unique design inspired by the Red Planet.
The Mars Pattern Warhound Titan is expensive not only because it is a sizable and nicely designed model but also because of its distinct appearance from typical Warhound Titans. The model’s look is far more detailed and eye-catching, making it a work of art while retaining its threatening appearance and imposing stature. While a typical Warhound Titan is impressive enough, the Mars Pattern Warhound Titan makes up for its $838 price tag with its outstanding design. It will undoubtedly makefor a fun project for any collector.
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The Legion Thunderhawk Gunship is a flexible flying craft capable of traversing the skies and vast vacuum of space. It fulfills many roles, acting as an aerial troop transport, bomber, and gunship, making it a vehicle fit for any mission and engagement. Moreover, the Legion Thunderhawk Gunship is a formidable aircraft that requires much to bring down, and even if one manages it, one will suffer heavy casualties in the process, making it among the deadliest sky-faring vehicles in the Imperium of Man.
The Legion Thunderhawk Gunship has always been expensive, with its 1997 metal model going for $35,000, and for many good reasons. The model is $915, but as seen with the 1997 metal model, it can sell for far more depending. Being a sizeable vehicle with much attention to detail — having a customizable interior and exterior — the price makes sense. Those looking to bolster their Adeptus Astartes armies or add an awesome model to their collection should look no further than the Legion Thunderhawk Gunship.
