Victrix Limited unleashes the elite heavy strike battalions of the Habsburg Empire with this 28mm scale plastic box set of Napoleonic Austrian Grenadiers (1798–1815). Precision-molded in crisp, high-detail gray polystyrene, this The Napoleonic Wars collection release (kit code VX0013) delivers 56 highly detailed figures wearing the iconic brass-fronted Austrian grenadier bearskin cap. Designed for historical tabletop wargamers, miniature painters, and diorama builders, this massive set models the converged grenadier battalions of the Imperial and Royal Austrian Army (K.K. Armee) that stood resolute from Marengo and Austerlitz to Aspern-Essling, Wagram, and Leipzig. Engineered across 4 high-density sprues, the set provides complete rank-and-file flexibility to assemble solid advancing battle lines and dynamic firing formations. Thirty-two infantry figures are sculpted in the classic, disciplined march-attack posture, while sixteen additional figures offer multi-pose versatility: assemble them marching, firing, loading, advancing at porte, charging bayonets, or as battalion NCO sergeants. The command element includes two mounted colonels with optional gesturing sword arms, two foot officers with varied arm poses, two standard bearers with Colour poles and tassels, and two drummers with side drums. Sculpted in standard white uniforms, the figures can be painted with German trousers and black gaiters or Hungarian breeches with braided boots, while the reverse of the packaging displays authentic facing colors for eighteen historical regiments.
Quick Facts: Builds 56 Austrian Grenadiers (1798–1815) in bearskin caps across 4 plastic frames, including 2 mounted colonels, 2 officers, 2 standard bearers, 2 drummers, and 48 infantrymen.
Features & Specifications
· Brand: Victrix Ltd
· Scale: 28mm (1:56)
· Category: The Napoleonic Wars Collection
· Product Type: Multi-part Plastic Infantry Miniatures
· Material: High-Detail Gray Polystyrene
· Total Figures: 56 Highly Detailed Figures (2 mounted colonels, 2 foot officers, 2 standard bearers, 2 drummers, and 48 infantrymen) across 4 frames.
· Headwear: Regulation 1798–1815 Austrian grenadier fur caps with stamped brass front plates and rear cloth tails.
· Infantry Poses: 32 figures in steady march-attack pose; 16 multi-pose figures adaptable for march attack, firing, loading, advancing at porte, charging, or sergeants.
· Command Figures Included: 2 mounted colonels with horses, 2 foot officers with multiple sword arms, 2 standard bearers with flagstaffs, and 2 drummers with field drums.
· Equipment & Field Gear: Augustin/M1798 flintlock muskets with socket bayonets, calfskin backpacks, rolled greatcoats, sabretaches, cartridge boxes, and short swords.
· National Regiments: Suitable for painting as German units (Czech, Galician, Moravian) or Hungarian units (Croatian, Transylvanian) via painted facing colors and legwear.
· Bases: Bases are not included; compatible with standard 20mm x 20mm infantry bases, 25mm x 50mm cavalry bases, or multi-figure wargaming trays.
· Packaging: Header card with thick plastic bag engineered for safe online transit.
· Dimensions: Overall package measures 11.25” L x 7.7” W x 1.9” H.
· Age Recommendation: Recommended for ages 14 years and older.
· Use Cases: Engineered for Napoleonic wargames including Black Powder, General d'Armee, Blücher, Lasalle, Sharpe Practice, Age of Eagles, and historical diorama displays. Tip: When mounting the two-piece horse halves for the mounted colonels or setting the extended sword arms and flagstaffs, apply a liquid Plastic Cement. The solvent creates an indestructible chemical weld between the polystyrene surfaces, preventing leveled bayonets and flagpoles from snapping during tabletop gaming sessions.
Recommended Essentials
· Regimental Flags: Complete your battalion Colours with Little Big Men Studios Austrian Napoleonic Flags (sold separately) to apply the 1792 or 1806 Ordinärfahne and Leibfahne double-headed imperial eagle banners without freehand painting fatigue.
· Historical Color Palette: Achieve the authentic Austrian Hechtgrau / off-white coat and regulation facing colors using Vallejo Model Color (such as White, Ivory, Sky Blue, and German Uniform) or The Army Painter Fanatic acrylics for sharp turnbacks and collar piping.
· Danube Campaign Basing: Ground your battle lines on scenic bases using Gamers Grass dry steppe tufts, yellow meadow clumps, and gravel scatter to recreate the farmland redoubts of Aspern-Essling and Wagram.
· Precision Modeling Tools: Clean away sprue gates along musket barrels, bayonet blades, and horse legs using a sharp Precision Hobby Knife before applying undercoat primer.
