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product_id: 453592441
title: "GAW56-22 Warhammer 40k - Tau Commander"
brand: "games workshop"
price: "€ 68.55"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 2
category: "Games Workshop"
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/453592441-gaw56-22-warhammer-40k-tau-commander
store_origin: IE
region: Ireland
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# Highly detailed plastic model Iconic sci-fi Tau Commander Easy assembly & painting GAW56-22 Warhammer 40k - Tau Commander

**Brand:** games workshop
**Price:** € 68.55
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎯 Command your battlefield with the Tau – where strategy meets style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** GAW56-22 Warhammer 40k - Tau Commander by games workshop
- **How much does it cost?** € 68.55 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- games workshop enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted games workshop brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
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## Key Features

- • **Compact and portable design:** Take your Tau Commander anywhere—ideal for gaming nights or display on the go.
- • **Award-winning hobby experience:** Step into a universe celebrated for its rich lore and competitive painting contests like Golden Demon.
- • **Effortless assembly and painting:** Designed for both beginners and veterans, this model snaps together smoothly and paints beautifully.
- • **Join a global creative community:** Connect with thousands of Warhammer enthusiasts sharing tips, battles, and artistry worldwide.
- • **Precision-crafted for immersive gameplay:** Experience the iconic Tau Commander in stunning detail, perfect for collectors and gamers alike.

## Overview

The Games Workshop GAW56-22 Warhammer 40k Tau Commander is a finely detailed plastic miniature designed for easy assembly and painting. Perfect for both new and experienced hobbyists, it offers a compact, portable model that embodies the futuristic sci-fi faction of Tau within the Warhammer 40,000 universe. With a strong community and competitive scene, this model is a gateway to immersive tabletop battles and creative expression.

## Description

Warhammer miniature painting is a captivating and multifaceted hobby that merges creativity with the rich lore of Games Workshop's fantasy and science-fiction universes. At its core, it is the art of assembling and painting detailed plastic and resin miniatures, transforming them from grey plastic sprues into vibrant, fully-realized characters and creatures. The hobby is set against the backdrop of two primary, sprawling universes: Warhammer 40,000 and Warhammer Age of Sigmar. Warhammer 40,000 is a grim, dark future where humanity battles for survival in a galaxy rife with alien threats, heretical cults, and ancient evils. In contrast, Warhammer Age of Sigmar is a high-fantasy setting of gods, monsters, and epic battles across magical realms. Each universe is populated by a vast array of factions, from the power-armoured Space Marines and the Greenskin Orks of the 41st millennium to the noble Stormcast Eternals and the undead legions of the Mortal Realms. The journey for a miniature painter typically begins with selecting a faction and acquiring a set of miniatures. The process involves carefully clipping the components from their frames, assembling them with glue, and then priming them for painting. This is where the true artistry begins. Using a wide array of specialized Citadel Colour paints and brushes, hobbyists employ various techniques such as basecoating, layering, shading, and highlighting to bring their models to life. This creative process allows for immense personal expression, with painters able to follow established colour schemes or devise their own unique designs. Beyond the solitary act of painting, the Warhammer hobby fosters a vibrant and global community. Hobbyists gather in local stores and clubs to share their work, exchange tips, and engage in tabletop wargames where their painted miniatures are pitted against each other in strategic battles. For those with a competitive spirit, prestigious painting competitions like Golden Demon and the store-level Armies on Parade showcase the highest levels of artistic skill and dedication within the community. Whether you are a seasoned artist, a dedicated gamer, or simply looking for a relaxing and creative outlet, the world of Warhammer miniature painting offers a deeply rewarding and endlessly engaging experience.

Review: Good model - Fun to build and paint, decent price.
Review: Easy - My son loves these.

## Features

- Easy to use
- Good product for use
- Good performance
- Good quality

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09WCHJNK5 |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | #181,034 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #732 in Game Pieces |
| Brand Name | Games Workshop |
| Color | Multicolor |
| Container Type | Box |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 35 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05011921170005 |
| Included Components | Fichas |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 5.51"L x 4.33"W |
| Item Display Dimensions | 10 x 6 x 12 inches |
| Item Height | 2.09 centimeters |
| Item Type Name | game |
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Games Workshop |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 99 |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Players | 2 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Portable |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Product Style | Classic |
| Size | One Size |
| Sub Brand | Warhammer 40,000 |
| Subject Character | Warhammer |
| Theme | Science Fiction |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Images

![GAW56-22 Warhammer 40k - Tau Commander - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71X59FAyCHL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good model
*by B***4 on May 23, 2025*

Fun to build and paint, decent price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy
*by T***R on January 25, 2025*

My son loves these.

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*Store origin: IE*
*Last updated: 2026-01-30*