Victrix Plastic Miniatures
28mm British Peninsular Infantry Flank Companies VX0004
This Victrix 28mm hard plastic set contains 52 finely detailed British infantry figures from the Napoleonic Wars, specifically representing the elite flank companies—grenadiers and light infantry—of the Peninsular campaign. These figures wear stovepipe shakos and are distinguished by their shoulder wings, reflecting the uniform style of the period from approximately 1808 to 1812.
The set includes full command options, with officers, standard bearers, non-commissioned officers, and drummers, allowing you to build complete and characterful units for the tabletop. Suitable for a range of Peninsular War battles, these miniatures are ideal for recreating the elite assault troops and skirmishers who faced off against French forces in Spain and Portugal.
With sharp sculpting and historical accuracy, this set provides an excellent foundation for any British Napoleonic collection. Whether deployed in line, column, or extended order, these troops bring colour, variety, and distinction to any wargaming army.
- 52 x 28mm British Infantry Figures
- Flank Company uniforms with stovepipe shakos and shoulder wings
- Includes command figures: officers, standard bearers, NCOs, and drummers
Note: This set requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History:
Flank companies formed the elite wings of British line battalions during the Napoleonic Wars. Grenadier companies were composed of the strongest and most experienced men, while light companies were trained for skirmishing and operating in difficult terrain. In the Peninsular War (1808–1814), these troops played a vital role in the British Army’s success under the Duke of Wellington, often leading assaults or forming a screen ahead of the main force. Their distinctive uniforms—stovepipe shakos and shoulder wings—set them apart on the battlefield and in historical records. This set captures the spirit and appearance of these elite soldiers during one of Britain’s most celebrated military campaigns.
