Painted by Marco, these units in 1/72 scale shows just how good this scale can look when done right. The proportions are accurate, the figures look like real soldiers, not exaggerated toys and they hold up brilliantly alongside other popular 1/72 brands. At true 22.4mm height, they deliver historical realism without sacrificing durability or ease of painting. Ideal for wargamers and collectors alike.
Battle of Salamanca (22 July 1812)
Marshal Marmont’s French forces overextended their left flank. Wellington spotted the error and ordered the Heavy Dragoons, among them the 5th Dragoon Guards and the 3rd (King’s Own) to charge downhill into French infantry and artillery. The result was one of the most decisive British cavalry actions of the war.
Use these figures to represent that exact charge, or re-create the French miscalculation from the other side.
Battle of Vitoria (21 June 1813)
This was the final nail in the French hold over Spain. Allied forces advanced across multiple fronts. British cavalry, including Heavy Dragoons, launched repeated hammer-blow attacks on rear guard troops and disrupted French artillery convoys. A massive, chaotic fight, perfect for a scenario involving multiple player commands and supply objectives.
Battle of Waterloo (18 June 1815)
A textbook moment for British cavalry. The Household and Union brigades (including the Scots Greys and Inniskillings) charged D’Erlon’s infantry column, smashing into the French line. While the charge became overextended and costly, it remains one of the most iconic actions of the Napoleonic era.
You can use these figures to portray the start of that charge, the overrun French positions, or to recreate your own “what if” scenarios around Hougoumont or La Haye Sainte.
Why 1/72 Still Matters in 2025
Some see 1/72 as old-school. We see it as proper wargaming scale, with table-friendly proportions, easy storage, and low cost per model. Our 1/72 range is:
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True-scale 22.4mm from foot to eye
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Compatible with other leading manufacturers
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Printed in durable resin with support options
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Built for historical accuracy and gaming function
You don’t need to sacrifice detail. The sculpted reins, crossbelts, epaulettes, and horse tack all hold up, whether you’re painting for the table or the cabinet.
Some items included in Marco’s Showcase
Spanish Dragoons/Horse Galloping
Role: Medium cavalry
Historical Use: Pursuit, shock attacks, and battlefield mobility
Context: Spanish Dragoons filled the gap between light raiders and heavy cavalry. They were flexible—fighting mounted or dismounted. At García Hernández (1812), Allied cavalry shattered French formations in open terrain. Spanish units supported similar actions in layered flanks and screening forces.
In Game: Use as all-purpose cavalry : pursuit, flanking, or charge reinforcement.
Spanish Tarleton Galloping
Role: Light cavalry
Historical Use: Raids, reconnaissance, anti-skirmisher work
Context: Spanish Tarleton-wearing units reflected fast-moving mounted troops during the Peninsular War. These cavalry harassed French columns, raided depots, and supported militia.
In Game: Ideal for ambush missions, capturing objectives, or rear-area disruption.
Portuguese Line Infantry Colonel
Role: Command figure
Historical Use: Command and coordination across Allied Portuguese brigades
Context: Portuguese officers served under British leadership but commanded their own battalions. The army, rebuilt by Beresford, became a vital part of Wellington’s campaigns.
In Game: Ideal for brigade leadership or representing historical generals in mixed Anglo-Portuguese corps.
British Hussar Bell Shako Command Galloping
Role: Light cavalry command
Historical Use: Leading hussar squadrons in pursuit and raiding
Context: British hussars were active in high-speed actions throughout the Peninsular War, especially at Sahagún and Vittoria. Command sets represent key officers at squadron level.
In Game: Use to lead cavalry flanking groups or as named leaders in small-scale cavalry actions.
British Heavy Dragoons Command Galloping
Role: Heavy cavalry leadership
Historical Use: Brigade command during hammer-blow charges
Context: During Waterloo, British heavy cavalry, including Union and Household brigades, were led by experienced officers like Ponsonby and Somerset. This set captures that high-command mobility.
In Game: Attach to heavy cavalry units for morale bonuses or scenario command presence.
Compatible Game Systems
These figures are ideal for Napoleonic wargames including:
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Black Powder – large-scale battles with brigade commands
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General de Brigade – battalion-level tactical detail
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Sharp Practice – skirmish scenarios with narrative elements
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Commands & Colours: Napoleonics – easily based for hex board systems
They’re also great for solo play, display dioramas, or teaching historical tactics in a classroom setting.
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