Tie Fu Tu Army

The Tie Fu Tu Army, translating to "Iron Floating Army," was a renowned elite cavalry force of the Jin dynasty, celebrated for its heavy armor and devastating battlefield presence. This unit epitomized the Jin military's adaptation of steppe nomadic cavalry tactics combined with the heavy cavalry traditions of northern China. The Tie Fu Tu soldiers were heavily armored, along with their warhorses, creating an almost impenetrable wall of steel in battle.

Specializing in shock tactics, the Tie Fu Tu Army was designed to deliver crushing charges that could break through enemy lines and overwhelm infantry formations. Their discipline, mobility, and brute strength made them a critical component in the Jin dynasty's campaigns against both the Song dynasty and other steppe powers.