Victrix Carolingian Franks Armoured Infantry – 36 Miniatures
Build an elite early medieval fighting force with the Victrix Carolingian Franks Armoured Infantry set. Featuring 36 highly detailed plastic miniatures, this kit represents heavily equipped Frankish and Carolingian warriors from the 8th to 11th centuries, with an extensive selection of armor, weapons, shields, heads, and accessories.
These warriors can represent elite Carolingian infantry or dismounted cavalry, making them a versatile addition to historical wargaming armies. Equipped with mail, scale, and lamellar armor, they are ideal for recreating the formidable shield walls and military formations of the Carolingian period.
With 6 identical sprues and 114 interchangeable heads, the set offers exceptional customization, allowing hobbyists to create distinctive warriors while leaving plenty of spare components for conversions.
Features
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Official Victrix Miniatures plastic model kit
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Includes 36 Carolingian Franks Armoured Infantry
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Represents warriors from the 8th–11th centuries
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Suitable for elite infantry or dismounted cavalry
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Highly detailed multipart plastic miniatures
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6 identical sprues
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6 warriors per sprue
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Features mail, scale, and lamellar armor
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Includes 114 head options
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Extensive selection of spears, swords, and axes
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Includes distinctive Carolingian shields
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Optional cloaks and equipment
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Includes horn and standard bearer components
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Ideal for Dark Age and early medieval wargaming
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Compatible with conversions using Victrix Saxons, Vikings, and Normans
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Suitable for fantasy armies and kitbashing
The Carolingian Franks
The Carolingian Empire was one of the dominant powers of early medieval Europe, reaching its height under Charlemagne during the late 8th and early 9th centuries.
Carolingian armies combined traditional Frankish infantry warfare with increasingly important cavalry formations.
Infantry remained the backbone of early Carolingian forces, often fighting in tightly packed shield walls supported by experienced leaders and well-equipped warriors.
The Armoured Infantry set represents the more heavily equipped soldiers of this period, providing an excellent foundation for elite Frankish formations.
Elite Armoured Warriors
The miniatures feature a variety of historically inspired armor styles, including:
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Mail Armor
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Scale Armor
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Lamellar Armor
These different armor types allow builders to create a visually varied formation while representing equipment associated with Carolingian troops.
The models can be used as elite infantry or as mounted warriors fighting on foot.
Carolingian Shield Walls
Carolingian infantry were known for their determination in battle and their ability to fight in closely organized formations.
Warriors could gather behind their shields to create dense defensive lines capable of resisting enemy attacks.
Use these armoured figures to represent:
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Elite shield wall formations
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Dismounted cavalry
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Noble retainers
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Heavily equipped infantry
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Experienced Frankish warriors
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Command groups
The variety of equipment helps create formations that look cohesive without appearing identical.
Extensive Weapon Options
Each sprue includes 9 spears and 16 hand weapons, providing numerous equipment choices.
Weapon options include:
Many spears feature the distinctive cross guard beneath the spearhead associated with Carolingian weaponry.
The sword options include different hilt and pommel designs, reflecting the variety and craftsmanship of early medieval weapons.
Carolingian Shields
Each sprue includes 6 distinctive Carolingian shields, featuring dished and convex designs.
The shields include sculpted details such as:
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Studs
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Decorative plaques
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Stitching
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Embossed surfaces
Carolingian shields were often painted in bold solid colors or swirling patterns, providing plenty of opportunities for historically inspired painting.
114 Interchangeable Heads
One of the kit's standout features is its extensive selection of head options.
Each sprue contains 19 heads, providing 114 heads across the complete set.
These include a variety of facial features and helmet styles, with some offering additional crest or face components.
The large selection makes it possible to give every warrior a distinctive appearance.
Optional Cloaks
Each sprue contains 4 cloak options, providing enough components to equip up to 24 warriors with cloaks across the complete set.
The cloaks feature flowing and draped designs inspired by contemporary Carolingian artwork.
They add movement and character to the figures while providing additional opportunities for painting decorative fabrics.
Command Figure Options
The kit includes horn and standard bearer arms, allowing builders to create command figures within their infantry formations.
Use these components to represent:
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Horn blowers
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Standard bearers
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Musicians
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Command groups
These options are particularly useful for larger historical wargaming armies.
Early Medieval Clothing & Equipment
Carolingian warriors commonly wore long-sleeved tunics, often decorated with contrasting borders.
Additional clothing details included cloaks, leg bindings, and distinctive footwear.
Contemporary artwork sometimes depicts Carolingian warriors wearing unusual tulip-style boots, providing another interesting historical detail for painters and collectors.
Compatible With Other Victrix Dark Age Miniatures
The Armoured Carolingian Franks can be combined with other compatible Victrix historical ranges.
Suitable companion sets include:
Shield swaps and conversions can help create larger armies with additional equipment and pose variation.
Great for Fantasy Armies
The extensive weapon and armor options also make these miniatures useful for fantasy tabletop games.
Use them to represent:
The large selection of spare heads, weapons, and shields makes the kit particularly appealing for conversions and kitbashing.
Excellent Painting Project
With 36 detailed warriors and numerous equipment options, this set provides a substantial painting project.
Experiment with:
The combination of armor types and interchangeable components allows you to create a visually varied but cohesive fighting force.
What's Included?
The Victrix Carolingian Franks Armoured Infantry set contains 36 plastic miniatures across 6 identical sprues.
Each Sprue Includes
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6x Armoured Carolingian Warriors
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9x Spears
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16x Hand Weapons, including swords and axes
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6x Carolingian Shields
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6x Sword Scabbards
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4x Knife Scabbards
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4x Cloaks
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19x Heads
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Horn and Standard Bearer Arms
Total Across the Box
Product Information
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Manufacturer: Victrix Miniatures
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Product: Carolingian Franks Armoured Infantry
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Miniatures: 36
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Sprues: 6
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Miniatures Per Sprue: 6
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Material: Plastic
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Historical Period: 8th–11th Centuries
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Faction: Carolingian Franks
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Unit Type: Armoured Infantry / Dismounted Cavalry
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Armor Types: Mail / Scale / Lamellar
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Assembly: Required
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Painting: Required
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Product Type: Historical Miniature Infantry Set
Miniatures are supplied unassembled and unpainted. Hobby tools, glue, and paints are sold separately.
