The Knights XIth Century Crusaders Model Kit 1:72

The Knights XIth Century Crusaders from Italeri brings the armies of the First Crusade into 1:72 scale with a broad historical mix of mounted and foot troops. The set centres on heavy cavalry in chain mail armor with the large almond-shaped shields typical of the age, creating a strong medieval profile across battle lines, charges and command groups. Alongside the cavalry, the kit also represents infantry and crossbowmen recruited from various Christian European countries, giving the set a wider troop character than a mounted unit alone. The box content lists 9 horsemen and 25 figures, which supports denser formations, skirmish scenes and layered diorama layouts. The parts are supplied unpainted on sprues, so shield devices, banners, surcoats and horse caparisons can be finished in different heraldic combinations. Assembly is required, and the stated assembly time is 600 minutes. On a display base, the mix of rearing horses, advancing riders and foot soldiers with spears, shields and missile weapons helps build scenes with movement and contrast. In a historical collection, the set works as a focused 11th century force or as a larger crusader contingent placed around siege, march or open-field battle settings.