GW revealed their latest Warhammer new releases featuring the Horus Heresy Falchion and Spartan Tanks, hitting pre-order this week!
Games Workshop revealed its latest pre-orders this week for Warhammer Horus Heresy, featuring two iconic tanks, the Falchion Super-Heavy Tank Destroyer and the Spartan Prometheus Assault Tank.
Here’s the full lineup, along with our thoughts on all the new products.
New Warhammer Horus Heresy Pre-Order Releases
These products will be available for pre-order on Saturday, May 23rd, around 1 p.m. EST in the States, with a shelf release date of Saturday, June 6th, 2026.
If you’re still waiting on something else to hit pre-order, though, be sure to check out the latest new release lineup in our updated Warhammer Roadmap for 2026.
Horus Heresy Falchion Super-Heavy Tank Destroyer
The Falchion Super-Heavy Tank Destroyer is exactly the kind of tank you bring when enemy armor has been getting a little too comfortable.
Its main firepower is the neutron-wave cannon, a weapon built to threaten enemy tanks, Knights, and other hard targets that usually laugh off lighter attempts to disable them.
Falchion Weapon Options
The Falchion can also add more firepower through sponson-mounted weapon choices, including:
- Laser destroyers
- Gravis heavy bolter batteries
- Lascannon arrays
That gives players some room to tune the model toward anti-armor, infantry-clearing, or a more balanced battlefield role. The neutron-wave cannon is already doing the real work, but those sponsons help decide whether the tank is there to crack armor, mulch support units, or threaten several target types at once.
Horus Heresy Spartan Prometheus Assault Tank
The Spartan Prometheus Assault Tank brings a different type of battlefield problem. Rather than just blasting enemy armor off the table, this thing is built to carry Space Marines into position with a lot of protective metal wrapped around them.
Spartan Prometheus Weapon Options
The Spartan Prometheus Assault Tank can be armed with:
- Sponson-mounted laser destroyers
- Gravis heavy bolter batteries
That gives it a different loadout from the standard Spartan Assault Tank, making it a more specialized choice depending on what your Legion army needs. Laser destroyers lean into heavier target removal, while Gravis heavy bolter batteries bring more anti-infantry volume.
Rules for the Falchion and Spartan Prometheus
Rules for both the Falchion Super-Heavy Tank Destroyer and the Spartan Prometheus Assault Tank are found in the current Horus Heresy Legion army books:
- Liber Astartes: Loyalist Legiones Astartes Army Book
- Liber Hereticus: Traitor Legiones Astartes Army Book
Hobby Quick Tips for Horus Heresy Tank Players
Loyalist Legions
Loyalist armies can use these tanks to anchor a firing lane or support a hard push up the table. The Falchion pairs nicely with armies that need a dedicated answer to enemy armor, while the Spartan Prometheus fits lists that want elite infantry delivered safely into the thick of it.
Legions with strong infantry blocks can get a lot of mileage from the Spartan Prometheus, since it helps protect key units before they hit their preferred range.
Traitor Legions
Traitor players get the same brutal options, with plenty of room for aggressive armored spearheads. The Falchion makes a strong centerpiece for lists that want to pressure enemy super-heavies and Knights, while the Spartan Prometheus gives melee or mid-board units a more durable ride.
It’s also a great canvas for weathering, battle damage, hazard stripes, Legion markings, and all the grimy little details that make Horus Heresy tanks look like they’ve been grinding through civil war for a few centuries.
Painting and Modeling Tips
Big tanks can look flat if they’re painted like one giant box, so break up the armor panels with weathering, decals, heat staining, and edge highlights. The Falchion’s neutron-wave cannon is a natural focal point, so give it some extra attention with glow effects or muzzle discoloration.
For the Spartan Prometheus, spend time on the front armor and sponsons. That’s where the eye goes first, especially when it’s rumbling toward the middle of the board full of very angry Space Marines.
FAQ: Horus Heresy Falchion and Spartan Prometheus
When are the Falchion and Spartan Prometheus available for pre-order?
These products will be available for pre-order on Saturday, May 23rd, around 1 p.m. EST in the States.
What is the Falchion Super-Heavy Tank Destroyer good at?
The Falchion is built to destroy enemy tanks, Knights, and other heavily armored targets. Its neutron-wave cannon is the big selling point, with additional sponson options to add even more firepower.
What does the Spartan Prometheus Assault Tank do?
The Spartan Prometheus is a heavy transport for Space Marines that also brings serious fire support. It helps move Legion infantry safely across the battlefield while still contributing with its sponson weapons.
Can Traitor Legions use these tanks?
Yes. Rules for both tanks are found in the Liber Hereticus: Traitor Legiones Astartes Army Book, along with the Loyalist rules in Liber Astartes.
Are these different from the regular Spartan Assault Tank?
The Spartan Prometheus Assault Tank has different weapon options from the standard Spartan Assault Tank, including sponson-mounted laser destroyers or gravis heavy bolter batteries.
Final Thoughts on the Horus Heresy Tank Pre-Orders
The Age of Darkness is getting a proper armored upgrade, and both of these kits give players plenty to plan before pre-orders open.
The Falchion looks like the pick for commanders who need a serious answer to enemy armor, Knights, and other oversized problems. The Spartan Prometheus is more of a rolling brick with benefits, keeping your Space Marines protected while throwing out enough firepower to threaten the midfield.
If your Legion has been waiting for heavier support, now’s the time to check your army books, sort out those points, and decide which role your force needs most: a tank destroyer, a brutal assault transport, or the classic hobby answer of “both.”
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What do you think of the new Warhammer Horus Heresy Tanks that are coming to pre-order this week?
