Victrix Plastic Miniatures
28mm Greek Peltasts, Javelin Men and Slingers VXA006
This outstanding 28mm hard plastic set from Victrix brings to life the versatile and agile light infantry of Ancient Greece. Representing warriors from the 5th to mid 3rd Century BCE, this set includes Peltasts, Javelin Men and Slingers — the backbone of Greek skirmishing forces and a staple of mercenary units throughout the 4th Century BCE.
These troops often hailed from rugged, mountainous regions and were known for their speed, mobility, and hit-and-run tactics. While lightly armoured, they were no less deadly in close combat when the situation demanded. This set captures their dynamism, with figures depicted in active poses, slinging stones, or hurling javelins with precision and energy. The kit is brimming with options — body and head variations, multiple shield styles, and a selection of weaponry to allow customisation of every warrior.
Ideal for representing troops in a wide range of classical Greek armies, whether as mercenaries or citizen skirmishers, these miniatures add both tactical depth and historical realism to any ancient wargame force.
- 56 x 28mm hard plastic figures
- 48 x Peltasts and Javelin Men
- 8 x Slingers
- 10 x Body options
- 21 x Head options
- 48 x Shields (8 designs)
- 12 x Unsheathed swords (2 styles)
- 60 x Javelins
- 12 x Spears
Note: This set requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History:
Greek light infantry units like Peltasts and Javelin Men played a crucial role in the evolving warfare of the Classical period. Initially considered auxiliaries, their effectiveness soon earned them respect across the Mediterranean world. Peltasts were often seen supporting Hoplites by disrupting enemy formations with missile fire and quickly retreating. Their oval pelte shields and light equipment allowed for superior mobility. By the 4th Century BCE, their reputation had grown such that entire mercenary contingents were formed from these troops, particularly under commanders like Iphicrates, who revolutionised their tactics. Slingers, often drawn from the Greek islands or the Balearics, added ranged support, using speed and skill to harass the enemy. Together, these warriors marked a shift in Greek warfare from phalanx-only engagements to more complex combined-arms tactics.
