HAT 8347 1/72 American War of Independence British Cavalry

American War of Independence British Cavalry (1/72)

This 1/72 scale set from Hat Industrie depicts British cavalry troopers as they would have appeared during the American War of Independence. The figures are sculpted to reflect period uniforms and equipment, with mounted poses that suit scouting, movement, or battlefield scenarios. The set includes both riders and horses, allowing for a cohesive and balanced cavalry unit straight from the box.

British cavalry played a varied but important role during the conflict in North America between 1775 and 1783. While large-scale cavalry engagements were relatively rare compared to European wars, mounted troops were frequently used for reconnaissance, rapid movement, escort duties and pursuit. Units such as light dragoons became particularly valuable in the wide and often difficult terrain of the colonies, where speed and flexibility mattered as much as firepower. Sets like this help capture that less formal, more mobile side of 18th-century warfare.

A useful cavalry set for building out British forces of the late 18th century, whether for gaming tables or historical displays.

Features

• 1/72 scale plastic figure set
  
• British cavalry from the American War of Independence
  
• Includes 6 mounted figures
  
• Includes 9 horses
  
• Period-accurate uniforms and equipment
  
• Suitable for dioramas, wargaming and figure collections