M-WIN-05 – Bargir The Bargirs were the elite heavy cavalry of the Maratha Empire, forming the hard-hitting core of its mounted forces during the 17th and 18th centuries. Unlike the Silahdars, who supplied their own horses and equipment, Bargirs were maintained directly by the state. Their horses, weapons, and equipment were issued by the Maratha government, ensuring a well-equipped and disciplined cavalry arm that could be rapidly deployed wherever it was needed. Renowned for their speed, endurance, and aggressive battlefield tactics, Bargirs excelled in fast-moving campaigns across the Indian subcontinent. Armed with swords, spears, and occasionally matchlock firearms, they combined mobility with striking power, often overwhelming slower opponents before they could organise an effective defence. Their ability to cover vast distances made them an essential element of Maratha military success and a key factor in the empire's rapid expansion. Expertly sculpted and hand-painted, M-WIN-05 – Bargir captures one of these accomplished mounted warriors in superb detail. From the distinctive Maratha attire to the realistically posed horse and finely rendered equipment, this figure makes an impressive addition to any collection of Indian, colonial, or early modern military miniatures. Now available from The Military Workshop.
