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Pill Bases - Hobby Heaven eBay Listing

💊 PILL SHAPE WARGAMING BASES 💊

Premium 3D Printed Bases | Full Size Range 30mm - 190mm

🏭 by Hobby Heaven | 🇬🇧 UK Seller | ⭐ 60,000+ Positive Reviews

💊 What Are Pill Bases?

Pill bases (also called stadium bases, oval-rectangle hybrids, or racetrack bases) feature rounded ends with straight sides - like a medicine pill or capsule shape. They combine the benefits of both oval and rectangle bases:

✅ Advantages	🎯 Best For
• Softer visual profile than rectangles • More stable than pure ovals • Unique aesthetic appeal • Easy rank formation alignment • Natural "direction" indicator	• Skirmish games & warbands • Sci-fi & modern warfare • Custom homebrew systems • Display & diorama pieces • Vehicles & mounts

🔧 Technical Specifications

📐 WALL THICKNESS 2mm (vs 1mm standard)	📏 BASE HEIGHT 5mm (vs 3mm standard)
🏗️ MATERIAL Premium ABS Plastic durable & paint-ready	⚙️ UNDERSIDE Reinforced Ribs extra stability

🎨 Finish: Black matte surface - ready for priming, texturing, or direct painting

🎮 What Are Pill Bases Used For?

Pill bases are a non-standard shape - they're not used in mainstream games like Warhammer 40K or Age of Sigmar. They're chosen by hobbyists for specific creative purposes:

🎲 HOMEBREW GAMES Custom rulesets	🚗 VEHICLES Bikes, speeders, cars	🎨 DISPLAY PIECES Showcases & dioramas
🐉 ELONGATED MODELS Beasts, mounts, cavalry	🎯 OBJECTIVE MARKERS Terrain & markers	🎬 BOARD GAMES Standee upgrades

⚠️ Important Note:

Pill/stadium bases are not standard for most tabletop wargames. Before buying, please check your game's rules to confirm what base shapes are allowed. These are ideal for custom projects, display models, vehicles, and homebrew gaming systems where you set your own rules.

📊 Complete Size Guide

Dimensions shown as Length x Width (in millimetres)

🔹 Small Bases (30-50mm)

Size	Typical Use	Packs Available
30x20mm	Small infantry, swarms, familiars	1, 5, 10, 25, 50
40x20mm	Standard infantry, sci-fi troopers	1, 5, 10, 25, 50
40x30mm	Elite infantry, heavy weapons	1, 5, 10, 25, 50
50x25mm	Cavalry, bikes, elongated models	1, 5, 10, 25, 50
50x30mm	Heavy cavalry, small mounts	1, 5, 10, 25, 50
50x40mm	Large infantry, ogre-sized	1, 5, 10, 25

🔸 Medium Bases (60-80mm)

Size	Typical Use	Packs
60x25mm / 60x30mm	Bikes, jetbikes, speeders	1, 3, 5, 10, 25
60x40mm / 60x50mm	Monsters, war beasts, characters	1, 3, 5, 10, 25
70x25mm to 70x60mm	Attack bikes, small vehicles	1, 3, 5, 10, 25
80x25mm to 80x70mm	Cavalry squadrons, large beasts	1, 3, 5, 10

🔺 Large Bases (95-190mm)

Size	Typical Use	Packs
95x25mm to 95x80mm	Large vehicles, chariots	1, 3, 5, 10
100x50mm / 110x50mm	APCs, transports	1, 3, 5
130x60mm / 140x60mm	Tanks, large monsters	1, 3, 5
140x80mm	Heavy tanks, walkers	1, 3
172x100mm	Super-heavy vehicles	1
190x110mm	Titans, colossal creatures, display	1

🏆 Hobby Heaven vs Standard Bases

Feature	⭐ Our Bases	Standard Bases
Wall Thickness	2mm ✓	1mm
Base Height	5mm ✓	3mm
Underside	Reinforced Ribs ✓	Flat
Material	Premium ABS ✓	Basic Plastic

💡 Why it matters: Thicker walls = less warping. Taller bases = better grip when handling. Reinforced ribs = no wobbly models!

🎨 Basing Tips for Pill Shapes

🧲 Magnet Friendly

The hollow underside fits magnets easily - great for metal transport cases and magnetic movement trays.

➡️ Directional Marking

Use the pill shape as a natural "front arc" indicator - paint the rim differently on each end for quick game reference.

🪨 Cork & Texture

The rounded ends naturally suit organic terrain - rocks, roots, and natural debris look more convincing than on sharp rectangles.

🎨 Paint Ready Surface

Black matte finish takes primer, texture paste, and PVA directly. No sanding or prep needed - just start creating.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are these standard gaming bases?

A: No - pill/stadium bases are a non-standard shape. They're not used in mainstream wargames. Always check your game's rules before purchasing. These are best for custom projects, display models, vehicles, and homebrew systems.

Q: Can I texture/paint these directly?

A: Yes! The black ABS surface accepts primer, texture paste, and PVA glue without issues. No prep work needed - just start creating.

Q: Which size should I get for bikes/cavalry?

A: For standard 28mm scale bikes, 50x25mm or 60x30mm work well. For larger jetbikes or attack bikes, try 70x40mm or 80x50mm. When in doubt, go slightly larger - you can always add more scenery!

Q: Do you make movement trays for pill bases?

A: Not currently, but pill bases work great loose or magnetised to metal sheets. The shape isn't ideal for rank-and-file formations anyway - that's part of their skirmish charm!

🚚 Shipping & Production

⚡
Dispatch Time
Usually 1 day, up to 3 business days depending on workload

📦
Secure Packaging
Bubble-wrapped protection

📍
UK Based
Fast domestic delivery

🔍 A Note About Seams (Let's Be Honest)

Because pill bases have curved/rounded ends, you may notice a visible seam line on some bases. This is a limitation of FDM 3D printing technology - here's why it happens:

⚙️ Why Do Seams Appear?

FDM printers build objects layer by layer. Each layer is a continuous line of plastic - and that line has to start and end somewhere. On curved shapes like ovals, rounds, and pill bases, this start/end point creates a small vertical line called a "Z-seam". It's most visible on smooth curved surfaces. On rectangular bases with sharp corners, the seam hides in the corner and is virtually invisible - but curved shapes don't have that hiding spot.

💡 Easy Ways to Hide the Seam:

🔄 Rotate the Base

Simply position your model so the seam is at the back. Problem solved with zero effort!

🪨 Add Terrain There

Place a rock, bush, debris, or texture paste over the seam area. It disappears under your basing materials.

🔧 Quick Sanding

A few seconds with fine sandpaper (400-600 grit) or a needle file smooths it out completely. Quick and easy fix.

🎨 Texture & Paint

Texture paste, sand, or even thick primer coat will fill and hide minor seam lines during your normal basing process.

We believe in being upfront about this. It's part of FDM printing on curved shapes, and most hobbyists deal with it easily during their normal basing workflow. 👍

💊 HOBBY HEAVEN - Your Base Specialists 💊

Family-run UK business | 60,000+ happy customers
Questions? Just message us - we're hobbyists too! 🎨

Note: Miniatures shown in photos are for scale reference only and are not included.
Bases are supplied unpainted and unassembled where applicable.

Pill Bases - Hobby Heaven eBay Listing 💊 PILL SHAPE WARGAMING BASES 💊 Premium 3D Printed Bases | Full Size Range 30mm - 190mm 🏭 by Hobby Heaven | 🇬🇧 UK Seller | ⭐ 60,000+ Positive Reviews 💊 What Are Pill Bases? Pill bases (also called stadium bases, oval-rectangle hybrids, or racetrack bases) feature rounded ends with straight sides - like a medicine pill or capsule shape. They combine the benefits of both oval and rectangle bases: ✅ Advantages 🎯 Best For • Softer visual profile than rectangles • More stable than pure ovals • Unique aesthetic appeal • Easy rank formation alignment • Natural "direction" indicator • Skirmish games & warbands • Sci-fi & modern warfare • Custom homebrew systems • Display & diorama pieces • Vehicles & mounts 🔧 Technical Specifications 📐 WALL THICKNESS 2mm (vs 1mm standard) 📏 BASE HEIGHT 5mm (vs 3mm standard) 🏗️ MATERIAL Premium ABS Plastic durable & paint-ready ⚙️ UNDERSIDE Reinforced Ribs extra stability 🎨 Finish: Black matte surface - ready for priming, texturing, or direct painting 🎮 What Are Pill Bases Used For? Pill bases are a non-standard shape - they're not used in mainstream games like Warhammer 40K or Age of Sigmar. They're chosen by hobbyists for specific creative purposes: 🎲 HOMEBREW GAMES Custom rulesets 🚗 VEHICLES Bikes, speeders, cars 🎨 DISPLAY PIECES Showcases & dioramas 🐉 ELONGATED MODELS Beasts, mounts, cavalry 🎯 OBJECTIVE MARKERS Terrain & markers 🎬 BOARD GAMES Standee upgrades ⚠️ Important Note: Pill/stadium bases are not standard for most tabletop wargames. Before buying, please check your game's rules to confirm what base shapes are allowed. These are ideal for custom projects, display models, vehicles, and homebrew gaming systems where you set your own rules. 📊 Complete Size Guide Dimensions shown as Length x Width (in millimetres) 🔹 Small Bases (30-50mm) Size Typical Use Packs Available 30x20mm Small infantry, swarms, familiars 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 40x20mm Standard infantry, sci-fi troopers 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 40x30mm Elite infantry, heavy weapons 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 50x25mm Cavalry, bikes, elongated models 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 50x30mm Heavy cavalry, small mounts 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 50x40mm Large infantry, ogre-sized 1, 5, 10, 25 🔸 Medium Bases (60-80mm) Size Typical Use Packs 60x25mm / 60x30mm Bikes, jetbikes, speeders 1, 3, 5, 10, 25 60x40mm / 60x50mm Monsters, war beasts, characters 1, 3, 5, 10, 25 70x25mm to 70x60mm Attack bikes, small vehicles 1, 3, 5, 10, 25 80x25mm to 80x70mm Cavalry squadrons, large beasts 1, 3, 5, 10 🔺 Large Bases (95-190mm) Size Typical Use Packs 95x25mm to 95x80mm Large vehicles, chariots 1, 3, 5, 10 100x50mm / 110x50mm APCs, transports 1, 3, 5 130x60mm / 140x60mm Tanks, large monsters 1, 3, 5 140x80mm Heavy tanks, walkers 1, 3 172x100mm Super-heavy vehicles 1 190x110mm Titans, colossal creatures, display 1 🏆 Hobby Heaven vs Standard Bases Feature ⭐ Our Bases Standard Bases Wall Thickness 2mm ✓ 1mm Base Height 5mm ✓ 3mm Underside Reinforced Ribs ✓ Flat Material Premium ABS ✓ Basic Plastic 💡 Why it matters: Thicker walls = less warping. Taller bases = better grip when handling. Reinforced ribs = no wobbly models! 🎨 Basing Tips for Pill Shapes 🧲 Magnet Friendly The hollow underside fits magnets easily - great for metal transport cases and magnetic movement trays. ➡️ Directional Marking Use the pill shape as a natural "front arc" indicator - paint the rim differently on each end for quick game reference. 🪨 Cork & Texture The rounded ends naturally suit organic terrain - rocks, roots, and natural debris look more convincing than on sharp rectangles. 🎨 Paint Ready Surface Black matte finish takes primer, texture paste, and PVA directly. No sanding or prep needed - just start creating. ❓ Frequently Asked Questions Q: Are these standard gaming bases? A: No - pill/stadium bases are a non-standard shape. They're not used in mainstream wargames. Always check your game's rules before purchasing. These are best for custom projects, display models, vehicles, and homebrew systems. Q: Can I texture/paint these directly? A: Yes! The black ABS surface accepts primer, texture paste, and PVA glue without issues. No prep work needed - just start creating. Q: Which size should I get for bikes/cavalry? A: For standard 28mm scale bikes, 50x25mm or 60x30mm work well. For larger jetbikes or attack bikes, try 70x40mm or 80x50mm. When in doubt, go slightly larger - you can always add more scenery! Q: Do you make movement trays for pill bases? A: Not currently, but pill bases work great loose or magnetised to metal sheets. The shape isn't ideal for rank-and-file formations anyway - that's part of their skirmish charm! 🚚 Shipping & Production ⚡ Dispatch Time Usually 1 day, up to 3 business days depending on workload 📦 Secure Packaging Bubble-wrapped protection 📍 UK Based Fast domestic delivery 🔍 A Note About Seams (Let's Be Honest) Because pill bases have curved/rounded ends, you may notice a visible seam line on some bases. This is a limitation of FDM 3D printing technology - here's why it happens: ⚙️ Why Do Seams Appear? FDM printers build objects layer by layer. Each layer is a continuous line of plastic - and that line has to start and end somewhere. On curved shapes like ovals, rounds, and pill bases, this start/end point creates a small vertical line called a "Z-seam". It's most visible on smooth curved surfaces. On rectangular bases with sharp corners, the seam hides in the corner and is virtually invisible - but curved shapes don't have that hiding spot. 💡 Easy Ways to Hide the Seam: 🔄 Rotate the Base Simply position your model so the seam is at the back. Problem solved with zero effort! 🪨 Add Terrain There Place a rock, bush, debris, or texture paste over the seam area. It disappears under your basing materials. 🔧 Quick Sanding A few seconds with fine sandpaper (400-600 grit) or a needle file smooths it out completely. Quick and easy fix. 🎨 Texture & Paint Texture paste, sand, or even thick primer coat will fill and hide minor seam lines during your normal basing process. We believe in being upfront about this. It's part of FDM printing on curved shapes, and most hobbyists deal with it easily during their normal basing workflow. 👍 💊 HOBBY HEAVEN - Your Base Specialists 💊 Family-run UK business | 60,000+ happy customers Questions? Just message us - we're hobbyists too! 🎨 Note: Miniatures shown in photos are for scale reference only and are not included. Bases are supplied unpainted and unassembled where applicable.

Specifications

Choose Quantity 30x20mm Pill Base x1 pc
Unit of Sale 1-100pcs
Options Rectangle Bases
Customizable Yes (paintable surface)
Shape Pill Shape
Miniature Scale 28-32mm Scale Miniatures
Designed for Efficient unit movement, Display
Manufacturing Method 3d Printed (PLA, FDM)
Colour Black (can be painted)
Brand Hobby Heaven. By Hobbyists. For Hobbyists.
Type Plastic Bases
Production Time Made to order (up to 3 business days)
OBS Compatible Yes (Open Basing System)
Features Textured, Made to order
Shipping Fast Shipping - RM24
Compatibility: Miniature Wargaming
Country/Region of Manufacture United Kingdom
Country of Origin United Kingdom

ABOUT US

Welcome to Hobby Heaven!

We're a brand built by passionate hobbyists for hobbyists. Our mission is to support all your creative endeavors, whether you're into modeling, wargaming, crafting, or art. As enthusiasts ourselves, we understand the importance of quality supplies at affordable prices.

Our carefully curated selection of high-quality materials is designed to inspire and empower hobbyists and artists alike. We're particularly proud of our innovative, cost-effective basing system - a game-changer for modelers and wargamers looking for professional results without breaking the bank.

At Hobby Heaven, we're dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and ensuring your creative projects are a success. Our team is always ready to offer advice, share techniques, or help you find the perfect supplies for your next masterpiece.

Thank you for choosing us as your trusted partner in creativity. We're excited to be part of your hobby journey!

PAYMENT

We accept payment by PayPal and Credit / Debit cards entered on eBay only. You must be registered with PayPal or eBay to buy from us.

SHIPPING

We primarily use RM24 for shipping, and we can arrange other courier services upon request. For large international shipments, we utilize FedEx. Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive tracking information. For domestic deliveries, the estimated arrival time is usually 1-4 days.

RETURNS

Please ensure that all items are returned in their original condition. Returns are processed within 1-2 business days of receipt. Refunds are issued minus the original shipping cost. All returns are handled in accordance with eBay's policies.

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