Turko-Mongol Heavy Cavalry for 15th and 16th Century Armies

The 15th and 16th centuries were marked by significant historical events, including the expansion of empires, nomadic migrations, and the evolution of cavalry warfare. The Turko-Mongol Heavy Mounted Cavalry played a pivotal role during this period of territorial conquests, cultural exchanges, and shifting battlefields.

Battles and Wars:

Timurid Empire (1370-1507): The Turko-Mongol Heavy Mounted Cavalry were associated with the Timurid Empire, which engaged in numerous campaigns and battles across Asia and the Middle East during the late 14th and 15th centuries.
Ottoman-Habsburg Wars (16th century): The Ottoman Empire, known for its formidable cavalry forces, included heavy mounted cavalry units that participated in various battles against the Habsburg Monarchy and other European powers during the 16th century.
Tactics and Strategies: The Turko-Mongol Heavy Mounted Cavalry were known for their battlefield dominance and shock tactics. Their tactics involved:

Cavalry Charges: These riders excelled in devastating cavalry charges, utilizing their heavy armor, lances, and swords to create shock and chaos on the battlefield.
Shock and Melee Combat: Once engaged in close combat, they used their superior strength and weapons to overwhelm enemy infantry and cavalry units.
Flanking Maneuvers: Cavalry units were skilled in flanking maneuvers, exploiting weaknesses in enemy formations and disrupting their lines.
Mobility and Maneuverability: Despite their heavy armor, Turko-Mongol Heavy Mounted Cavalry maintained mobility, allowing them to quickly respond to changing battlefield situations.

Supported and unsupported versions provided. Printing at 100% resolution will yield a 28mm miniature. Prints at 105% are slightly more in scale with Perry Miniatures and 110% prints will be in a compatible scale with Warhammer Fantasy miniatures.