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There is disagreement about how, exactly, Hittites used chariots. Their tactics may or may not have changed during the course of the empire. It is clear that they used chariots as bow platforms for at least some of their battles. A charioteer and his driver (the two-man chariot), covered with bronze, scale armor and using a composite bow with a range of up to 250 meters or so, could maneuver into position to fire at an enemy on foot while being virtually invulnerable to infantry. Most infantry did not have composite bows, and could not get close enough to the chariots to fire back with their simple bows. Generally, only chariots could counter other chariots. Egyptian reliefs of the Battle of Kadesh (circa 1275 BCE) depict three men in Hittite chariots: one driver, one shield holder, and one spear carrier. Some people believe that this means the Hittites used these chariots as a sort of jousting platform. Others think this unlikely, and that the depiction may have more to do with Egyptian Propaganda that with reality.
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What is a Roman chariot?
A Roman chariot is way of transport for the Romans, mostly the rich. They were also used in gladiator arenas and some Roman wars. Chariots consisted of a small semi-circle cart that were drawn by two reigned horses. However, chariots were NOT a Roman invention. The idea was first used by the Hittites in the 17th century BC. The chariots were then adopted by Persia and found their way to Egypt. When the Romans invaded Egypt, they discovered the usefulness of chariots and stole the idea for themselves.
What were the Hittites known for?
The Hittites were most known for their excellent ironwork skills.
What technology did the hittites invent?
All I know is that the Hittites invented steel tools and the chariot
Why was the invention of the wheel was an important achievement to the Sumerian?
IT helped the sumerians in battle cause they made the chariots with the wheel and also because we wouldn't have cars and buses today.
Why did the battle of Kadesh happen?
Egypt and the Hittites both claimed rulership of the Palestine/Syria area.The Hitties encouraged the cities to revolt.The city of Kadesh led a revolt.Egypt decided to put it down to assert its sovereignty.This culminated in the battle.
