The Praefectus Equitum is the head and commander of a cavalry wing of a legion. His salary is 12 times that of an ordinary Militus.
The praefectus may recruit and promote all cavalry soldiers and cavalry officers who are in the same legion.
Praefectus Alae
The Praefectus Alae is the sub-commander of a cavalry wing. His salary is 10 times that of an ordinary Militus.
Optio Equitum
The Optio Equitum is the chosen man for replacement of the Praefectus Alae. His salary is 6 times that of an ordinary Militus.
Decurio Eques
The Decurio Eques is the head of a Turma (a subunit of the cavalry wing of a legion). His salary is 6 times that of an ordinary Militus.
Eques
An Eques is a common cavalry soldier. His salary is 3 times that of an ordinary Militus.