KING & COUNTRY DD099 I NEED MORE AMMO
Overview
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Introduction
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History Section: Problems with Tanks on D‑Day
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Collector Notes
King & Country’s DD099 “I Need More Ammo!” is a retired 1/30 scale two-figure set released in May 2008. The composition features an American BAR (Browning Automatic Rifle) gunner demanding more ammunition while a kneeling officer provides covering fire. Made of metal, the miniature figures are finely sculpted, capturing dynamic poses and authentic WWII U.S. Army WW2 gear. Although retired in April 2011, this set remains coveted among collectors of D‑Day and 1/30 scale WWII figures. Typical secondary-market prices range around USD 60–70, depending on condition and packaging.
Historical Background
This miniature depicts two U.S. infantrymen during the Normandy landings of World War II on June 6, 1944. The BAR gunner’s cry for more ammunition reflects a broader struggle American forces faced in establishing beachheads under sustained enemy fire. On D‑Day, Allied infantry depended on rapid artillery and naval bombardment, yet tank support was often delayed or ineffective. The Allied plan included amphibious duplex-drive (DD) Sherman tanks intended to swim ashore to provide immediate armored cover. However, rough seas and strong currents—especially at Omaha Beach—caused many of these DD tanks to swamp or sink before reaching land.
Estimates suggest that at Omaha up to 30–40 DD Shermans were lost to the waves, whereas at Utah fewer were lost but still landed late and off-target. Moreover, even tanks that made it ashore were subject to German anti‑tank guns and obstacles constructed along the beaches. Consequently, infantry units, including BAR teams, often advanced with limited fire support and scant cover, relying on suppressive fire to survive enemy resistance while waiting for armor to arrive. These circumstances amplify the tension expressed by the miniature’s scenario and highlight the critical time-sensitive coordination failures on D‑Day.
Collector Notes
Collectors should confirm the set code (DD099), release date (May 2008), and retirement date (April 2011), all of which match Sager’s Soldiers listing (sagerssoldiers.com). Identification is straightforward: a two‑figure set in 1/30 scale featuring a BAR gunner and kneeling officer, made in metal and no longer in production. Packaging state (boxed vs. loose) significantly affects value—mint boxed examples fetch higher prices. Paint applications vary; factory finish is typically matte olive drab with fine detail on uniforms and weaponry. Common condition issues include lightly worn edges, minor paint rubs, or bent rifles in loose sets. Variants or repros are not known, as this set was retired in April 2011 and has remained unchanged (sagerssoldiers.com).
On the secondary market, prices hover around USD 64, consistent with listings (forum.treefrogtreasures.com). Thus, expecting around USD 60–70 for near‑mint boxed condition is reasonable; loose or worn examples may appear in the USD 40–55 range depending on damage and base condition.
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