Miniart 16005 ROMAN LEGIONARY I CENTURY A.D. 1/16

Introducing the exceptional Miniart 16005 ROMAN LEGIONARY I CENTURY A.D. scale model in large 1/16 scale, representing a Roman legionary from the 1st century AD. This precisely crafted plastic model is the perfect addition to any ancient Rome history enthusiast’s or figure modeling hobbyist’s collection.

Model characteristics

• Scale: 1/16 – large scale allowing for accurate representation of the legionary’s attire and weaponry details.
• Country of use: Roman Empire – the figurine depicts a soldier of the Roman army from the 1st century AD.
• Historical period: 1st century AD, the early period of the Empire, times of Rome’s military prosperity and dominance.
• Area of use: Roman legionaries could be found throughout the entire Empire, from Britannia to Mesopotamia, participating in numerous campaigns, such as the conquest of Gaul and Britain, Parthian wars, or suppressing uprisings.
• Material: high-quality plastic ensuring ease of processing and excellent adherence of modeling paints. The model does not include metal or resin parts but offers full reproduction of all soldier’s equipment elements, including the helmet (galea), armor (lorica segmentata), shield (scutum), gladius, and pilum.
• Category: plastic model kit – set intended for figure modelers.
• Finished figure dimensions: height approx. 10.8 cm (approximate figure height in this scale).

Historical description

The Roman legionary of the 1st century AD is a symbol of one of the most effective military formations of antiquity. Equipped with the characteristic lorica segmentata, rectangular shield, and short gladius sword, he participated in forming the famous Roman battle formation – the testudo – and fought in many battles during the expansion of the Empire. Creating this figure is not only a modeling adventure but also a unique history lesson, particularly interesting for enthusiasts of military history and historical re-enactments.

Difficulty level and recommendation

• Difficulty level: 2/5 – recommended for both intermediate and beginner modelers who want to start their adventure with large-scale historical figures.
• For whom: An ideal choice for historical modelers, lovers of antiquity, and collectors of 1/16 scale figures. It will also be a great educational tool for schools or re-enactment workshops.
• Set contents: Detailed sprues, clear assembly instructions. Paints and glue not included – must be purchased separately.

We recommend Miniart 16005 ROMAN LEGIONARY I CENTURY A.D. 1/16 as an excellent starting point for learning to paint large figures and a unique element in any historical collection. Recreate the power of the Roman legions on your own desk!