Zvezda 8018 Guards Cossacks of Year 1812 1/72

Zvezda 8018 Guards Cossacks of Year 1812 in 1/72 scale is an excellent set of plastic figures depicting elite Cossack units of the Imperial Russian Guard from the Napoleonic Wars period. This set has been precisely recreated by the renowned manufacturer Zvezda, with attention to historical uniform and weapon details, as well as realistic poses and the authentic atmosphere of the era.

Product Specification

• Scale: 1/72
• Country: Russian Empire
• Period: Napoleonic Wars (year 1812 – Moscow campaign)
• Number of figures in the set: 18 cavalrymen and 18 horses
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Product type: Plastic model kit – historical figures
• The set includes a diorama base sheet to help position the figures

Historical Description of the Unit

The Guards Cossacks were an elite Tsarist unit, forming part of the imperial guard of Russia. In 1812, during Napoleon's invasion of Russia, they became renowned for their bravery in the battles of Borodino, Krasny, and during the retreat of the Grande Armée. Thanks to their excellent horsemanship and knowledge of the terrain, they were often involved in scouting, irregular operations, and swift charges against French cavalry. The figures perfectly capture the characteristic hats, jackets, and lances, transporting the modeller into the reality of the famous battles of the Napoleonic era.

Why Choose This Model?

• Realistic details of the 1812 uniforms
• Excellent material for dioramas, battles, and historical presentations in 1/72 scale
• Easy to work with – high-quality plastic
• Product from the renowned manufacturer Zvezda, known for faithfully recreating historical units

Who Do We Recommend It For?

We recommend this set to both beginner modellers who want to expand their Napoleonic forces in 1/72 scale, and advanced hobbyists interested in historical scenes, battle reconstructions, or creating dioramas from the Napoleonic Wars period.

Build difficulty: 2/5 – the set is suitable also for younger modellers and those beginning their adventure with figure assembly.