The Assyrian Army had about 50,000 soldiers. They had infantry, foot soldiers, horse soldiers, and charioteers. They fought with slingshots, bows and arrows, swords, and spears. They robbed people and did much damage to towns and dams. They took tribute, forced payments, and conquered people. They drove people from their homes. They were so threatful that people would immediately surrender. The Assyrian Army would use iron weapons very often. The Hittite's carried many iron products, making it stronger than copper.