* Helmet: Often a Corinthian helmet, which covered the entire head and neck, offering excellent protection. Other types, such as Attic helmets (which left the face more exposed), were also used.
* Cuirass: A breastplate, usually made of bronze, that protected the torso. These varied in style, from simple plates to more elaborate designs. Wealthier hoplites might have had more ornate or better-fitting cuirasses.
* Greaves: Bronze shin guards that protected the legs from the knee down.
* Shield (Aspis): A large, round, bronze-rimmed wooden shield (hoplon). This was crucial, both for personal protection and for the phalanx formation.
It's important to note that the quality and extent of armor varied depending on the hoplite's wealth and social standing. While the basic components remained consistent, wealthier soldiers could afford better quality bronze, more elaborate designs, and potentially additional protective gear. Poorer hoplites might have had less complete or less well-maintained equipment.