Revell Germany 1/72 Austrian Dragoons + Prussian Hussars – Seven Years' War Military Figure Model Kit

Recreate the fierce cavalry clashes of the Seven Years' War with German-engineered figure molding that captures the dynamic movement, intricate regimental uniforms, and period weaponry of 18th-century European warfare. Fought between 1756 and 1763 across Europe, the Americas, Africa, and India, the Seven Years' War was a truly global conflict driven by the rivalry between the era's foremost military powers. At the epicenter of the European theater stood the bitter contest between Frederick the Great's Kingdom of Prussia and Empress Maria Theresa's Austrian Empire, where mounted regiments decided critical engagements through sweeping flanking maneuvers and aggressive charges. Revell Germany brings this high-stakes cavalry clash to life in standard 1:72 miniature wargaming scale with 66 precision parts recreating 32 mounted figures and warhorses. The set captures both sides of the conflict in an array of dramatic combat poses—from brandished sabers and leveled carbines to charging gallops. Complete with commanding unit figures including an Ensign bearer, tactical drummer (Tambour), and mounted trumpeter, this kit offers scale modelers and wargamers an authentic, highly detailed foundation for 18th-century battle dioramas. Key Features & Specifications Tooling & surface detail: Crisp uniform fidelity detailing Prussian Hussar braided dolmans, mirliton headgear with Totenkopf emblems, Austrian Dragoon tricornes, and crossbelts. Dynamic assembly options: Assorted active cavalry poses featuring troopers firing mounted carbines, drawing broadswords, and slashing at full gallop. Scale replication & ordnance: Period-accurate horse harnesses, saddle blankets, scabbards, holstered flintlock carbines, and cavalry sabers. Figure & interior components: Specialized command elements including a mounted standard bearer (Ensign), regiment trumpeter, and field drummer (Tambour). Premium decal sheet & flags: Detailed regimental swallowtail cavalry pennants, national insignias, and uniform piping guidelines. Build & display versatility: Standard 1/72 wargaming scale engineered for tabletop historical rule systems, standalone vignettes, or large battle diorama displays. What’s in the Box? Precision-Molded Polystyrene Sprues: 66 finely detailed injection-molded parts composing 32 complete mounted cavalrymen and battle-posed horses. Specialized Command Figures: Unique officer sprues providing drummer, trumpeter, and flag bearer accessories. Multilingual Assembly Instructions: Packaging guide with full 1:1 scale figure silhouettes and Revell Aqua Color uniform paint schemes. Technical Product Details Manufacturer: Revell (Revell GmbH) Product Number: 02453 (RVL02453) Scale: 1:72 Scale Subject Type: Seven Years' War / Historical Military Cavalry Miniatures Skill Level: Level 4 (Revell GmbH 1–5 Classification) Model Dimensions: 32 Mounted Figures / Approximate Height 1.0 in (2.5 cm) each Packaging Dimensions: 12.2 in L x 7.2 in W x 1.75 in D (31.0 cm x 18.3 cm x 4.4 cm) Age Recommendation: 12 Years and above Assembly Requirements: Unassembled plastic model kit; glue and paint sold separately Tips: Surface Washing: Wash sprues thoroughly in warm soapy water to remove residual mold release agents before applying paint or primer. Acrylic Priming: Apply a durable matte white or light gray acrylic-polyurethane primer to flexible plastic areas to ensure heavy paint adherence during handling. Shading & Uniform Highlighting: Use dark acrylic washes along horse muscle lines and uniform frogging, followed by gentle drybrushing to make braided lace and saddlery pop at 1/72 scale. Suggested Colors (Revell Aqua Color Match) White Matt (36105): Austrian Dragoon crossbelts, breeches, and Prussian Hussar braided lace. Anthracite Grey Matt (36109): Prussian Hussar mirliton headgear, carbine barrels, and black horse coats. Flesh Matt (36135): Trooper facial features, skin tones, and hands. Carmine Red Matt (36136): Austrian Dragoon coat linings, facings, and saddle blanket trim. Sea Green Matt (36148): Austrian Dragoon primary uniform coats. Brown Matt (36185): Horse leather harnesses, bridles, scabbards, and musket stocks. Brass Metallic (36192): Saber hilts, trumpets, buttons, and harness buckles. Silver Metallic (36190): Saber blades and stirrups. Black Silk Matt (36302): Cavalry riding boots, cartridge pouches, and tricorne hats. Lead the charge on the battlefields of Europe and add this classic Seven Years' War cavalry set to your miniature collection today.