Victrix Plastic Model Figures

Austrian Napoleonic Infantry 1789-1805 (28mm) VX0012

This detailed 28mm hard plastic set from Victrix features 56 Austrian infantry figures, ideal for recreating the armies of the Napoleonic Wars from 1789 to 1805. The set offers a broad range of poses and options, reflecting the disciplined and varied formations of the Austrian infantry.

The set includes officers, standard bearers, drummers, mounted colonels, and a large contingent of infantrymen, with multiple arm options on key figures to add visual diversity. Infantry figures are mostly in march attack poses, with a selection capable of multiple roles including firing, loading, advancing at port or charge, and even sergeant positions.

• Scale: 28mm (1:56)
• 56 x Detailed infantry figures
• Includes:
  • 2 x Officers
  • 2 x Standard Bearers
  • 2 x Drummers
  • 2 x Mounted Colonels
  • 48 x Infantry
  • Multiple arm options on officers and mounted colonels for variety
  • 32 x Infantry in march attack pose
  • 16 x Infantry with multiple pose options including firing and advancing
• Supplied unpainted and requiring assembly

Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.

History:

The Austrian infantry of the late 18th and early 19th centuries were a central element of the Habsburg military forces during the Napoleonic Wars. Known for their discipline and resilience, these troops faced many of Napoleon’s finest armies across Europe. Their formations and tactical flexibility allowed them to hold critical ground and counterattack effectively. Officers and mounted colonels played key leadership roles, while the infantry’s varied marching and firing poses reflect the dynamic nature of Napoleonic battlefield manoeuvres. This set faithfully captures the essence of Austrian troops during a pivotal period in European history.