Description
A cataphract was a form of armoured heavy cavalry that originated in Persia and was fielded in ancient warfare throughout Eurasia and Northern Africa. A Long lance was the main weapon, with swords and bows also in frequent use. Cataphracts served as the elite cavalry force for most empires and nations that fielded them, primarily used for charges to break through opposing heavy cavalry and infantry formations.
- Scale is 1:72
- Kit consists of 20 riders on horses in 8 different poses
- Box size is 25.8cm x 16.2cm x 3.8cm
Specifications
- Brand
- Zvezda
- Category
- Plastic Model Kits
- Scale
- 1:72
- Model Type
- Figures
- Nationality
- Persian
- Era
- 0 - BC & Earlier
- Kit Type
- Assembly Kit
- Set Type
- Figures with Animals
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Cataphracts Armoured Heavy Cavalry (20 Figures, 20 Horses)
Item No. Z8067
A cataphract was a form of armoured heavy cavalry that originated in Persia and was fielded in ancient warfare throughout Eurasia and Northern Africa. A Long lance was the main weapon, with swords and bows also in frequent use. Cataphracts served as the elite cavalry force for most empires and
Description
A cataphract was a form of armoured heavy cavalry that originated in Persia and was fielded in ancient warfare throughout Eurasia and Northern Africa. A Long lance was the main weapon, with swords and bows also in frequent use. Cataphracts served as the elite cavalry force for most empires and nations that fielded them, primarily used for charges to break through opposing heavy cavalry and infantry formations.
- Scale is 1:72
- Kit consists of 20 riders on horses in 8 different poses
- Box size is 25.8cm x 16.2cm x 3.8cm
Specifications
- Brand
- Zvezda
- Category
- Plastic Model Kits
- Scale
- 1:72
- Model Type
- Figures
- Nationality
- Persian
- Era
- 0 - BC & Earlier
- Kit Type
- Assembly Kit
- Set Type
- Figures with Animals
