The Perry Miniatures British Napoleonic Line Infantry set is the definitive 28mm plastic kit for recreating the "Redcoats" that formed the backbone of the British Army during the Peninsular War and the Waterloo Campaign.
Field the legendary British infantry that remained undefeated by Napoleon's forces with this masterfully sculpted set by Perry Miniatures. This comprehensive kit represents the British line during their peak of efficiency between 1808 and 1815. Known for their devastating volley fire and ability to "form square" against cavalry, these figures capture the rigid discipline and tactical versatility required of the 104 regiments of the line.
The set allows for the assembly of 40 figures, including 36 line infantrymen and 4 specialized riflemen. The miniatures depict soldiers in the dominant line formation—the primary offensive and defensive stance of the era—which, while slow to maneuver, delivered a volume of musket fire that broke the back of the French Imperial Guard. Whether you are fielding a senior 1st battalion or a reinforced 2nd battalion, this kit provides the historical accuracy and anatomical realism required for professional-grade wargaming and dioramas.
Features
- Scale: 28mm
- Category: Miniature Figures
- Product Type: Infantry
- Era / Faction: Napoleonic War – British Line Infantry (1808–1815)
- High-quality construction: Hard Plastic
- Contents: 40 Highly detailed figures (36 line infantry, 4 specialist riflemen)
- Assembly or painting required: Yes (Glue required)
- Material color: Molded in gray plastic
- Package dimensions: 9” L x 6” W x 1.7” H
- Recommended for collectors ages: 14+
Tip: When assembling your battalion, use the provided riflemen to represent the specialist "flank" companies; the British 95th Rifles or 60th Foot often provided a skirmish screen that was essential for protecting the main line from French voltigeurs.
Recommended Finishing Essentials
The Professional Palette (Realism & Detail)
- Primary Uniform (British Scarlet): Vallejo Model Color Flat Red (70.957) provides the high-opacity coverage needed for the iconic British redcoat.
- Trousers (Campaign Gray/White): AK11012 Sky Grey or AK11002 Offwhite are ideal for representing the varied trousers worn during the Peninsular campaign.
- Leather Gear: AK11001 White is necessary for the crisp white crossbelts and pipe-clayed equipment.
- Metallic Details: AK11212 Gun Metal is perfect for the "Brown Bess" muskets and steel bayonets.
The Speed Painting Path (Fast-to-Table)
- Base Coat: The Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 Slaughter Red for the coats and Holy White for the trousers. Apply over a light gray primer for instant depth and shading in one pass.
- Quick Detailing: Use The Army Painter Fanatic Matte Black for the shakos and Plate Mail Metal for the steel fittings and bayonets.
Basing & Scenics
- Terrain Foundation: Use Krautcover Scenics Meadows of Purity for a lush, green European battlefield or Krautcover Scenics Eternal Fields for a more weathered, campaign look.
- Foliage & Tufts: Add Krautcover Scenics Static Grass Summer 2mm to recreate the unkempt fields of a 19th-century battlefield.
- Campaign Weathering: Apply AK Interactive European Earth weathering pigments to the bottom of the trousers to simulate the mud of Waterloo or the dust of the Spanish plains.
