Wargames Atlantic: French Infantry in Greatcoats (1804–1814) – Napoleon’s Wars

The Wargames AtlanticFrench Infantry in Greatcoatsset features28 multi-part28mmhard plasticminiatures designed in partnership withPiano Wargames. This Napoleon’s Wars Collection kit allows hobbyists to build a complete battalion with command and skirmisher options, representing the iconic look of the Grande Armée from 1804 to 1814.

En Avant! The Ever-Present Greatcoat of the Grande Armée

Officially introduced at the Camps of Boulogne and formalized by decree in April 1806, the greatcoat became an indispensable part of the French soldier’s equipment. While initially intended for sentry duty or cold weather, it soon became a permanent sight on the battlefields of Europe, often becoming the only element of uniform newly raised recruits received following the Russian campaign.

This set, created in partnership withPiano Wargames, provides a highly detailed representation of these veteran troops. FromLine Infantry (Fusiliers)toLight Infantry (Chasseurs and Voltigeurs)or even theYoung Guard, these figures can be assembled to represent a variety of units that fought throughout the Napoleonic Wars.

Hobbyist Versatility & Sculpting Excellence

Sculpted byLucas Luber, this kit offers unparalleled modularity for the Napoleonic era. The set includesthree unique frames—Standard Infantry, Skirmishers, and Command—enabling the assembly of an entire battalion in classic poses such as “Shoulder Arms,” “High Porte,” and “March Attack”.

Key kit features for the customizer:

• Diverse Company Options:Build Elite Companies with bearskins, bicornes, or shakos, complete with fringed epaulettes.
• Dynamic Skirmishers:Assemble Voltigeurs reaching for cartridges, biting them open, priming pans, and firing.
• Full Command:Includes options for an Officer, NCOs, Drummer, and Sapper.
• Equipment Detail:Haversacks can be decorated with a wide variety of small details for individual character.

Tip:Follow the includedpainting and assembly guideto accurately distinguish your units. For example, painting red epaulettes, sword knots, and tufted pompoms will designate your figures as Grenadiers.

Features

• Scale:28mm
• Category:Napoleon’s Wars Collection
• Partnership:Piano Wargames
• Construction:Unpainted multi-part hard plastic; assembly with glue and painting required
• Contents:28 Highly detailed figures, including 4 skirmishers and command
• Material Color:Molded in gray
• Bases:Not included
• Box Dimensions:9.0” L x 6.2” W x 2.6” H
• Age Recommendation:14 years and above

Recommended Finishing Essentials

• Professional Palette:UseVallejo Model Color“French Blue” for officers and Young Guard coats, and a variety of beige, grey, and light maroon tones for standard greatcoats.
• Speed Painting Path:UtilizeThe Army Painter Speedpaint“Holy White” for crossbelts and “Broadsword Silver” for muskets and bayonets over a light gray primer.
• Basing & Scenics:Recreate the muddy roads of the Russian retreat or the fields of Waterloo usingKrautcover Scenicsearth foundation andGamers Grassmeadow tufts.