British Motorised Infantry Box Set

British Motorised Infantry Box SetThis box set contains 4 squads of four infantry models and one command base of two infantry models. It also contains a unit of P. I. A. Ts (3 bases) and a unit of HMG's (3 Bases) and the Universal carriers. The key British infantry units during World War II included the regular British Army infantry, equipped with rifles and supporting machine guns. The British airborne forces, known as the Parachute Regiment or "Paras," were highly trained and

This box set contains 4 squads of four infantry models and one command base of two infantry models. It also contains a unit of P.I.A.Ts (3 bases) and a unit of HMG's (3 Bases) and the Universal carriers.

The key British infantry units during World War II included the regular British Army infantry, equipped with rifles and supporting machine guns. The British airborne forces, known as the Parachute Regiment or "Paras," were highly trained and conducted airborne assaults. The Commandos, initially established for raiding operations, evolved into elite amphibious assault units. The Gurkhas from Nepal, serving in British units, were renowned for their bravery and fighting skills. Additionally, the Home Guard, often composed of older or ineligible men, played a crucial role in the defense of the British Isles. Each unit had specific roles and contributed to the British military's effectiveness during the war.

The British Universal Carrier, also known as the Bren Carrier, was a versatile armoured personnel carrier used by British and Commonwealth forces during World War II. Introduced in the late 1930s, it was designed to transport troops, weapons, and supplies on the battlefield.

The Universal Carrier played a variety of roles, including reconnaissance, infantry support, and logistics. It was adaptable, with different variants equipped for different tasks, such as machine gun carriers, mortar carriers, and command vehicles.

During World War II, the Universal Carrier proved invaluable in various theaters of war, including North Africa, Europe, and the Pacific. Its mobility, maneuverability, and ability to traverse difficult terrain made it indispensable for infantry units.

Overall, the Universal Carrier played a crucial role in facilitating the movement of troops and equipment on the battlefield, providing essential support to Allied forces throughout World War II.

On the wargaming table it can operate as part of a motorised infantry unit, helping to get infantry quickly into position, or a gun carriage, helping to move anti tank or artillery pieces around the battlefield.

The motorised infantry as well as being mobile, was deadly! It includes three HMG's which can loose 6 shots each into targets on the battlefield. Deadly against infantry and lightly or unarmoured vehicles. They can easily pin units and change the shape of a battle.

Just in case it is the enemy armour that is of most concern, there are three British PIAT anti tank weapons. These weapons were short range but effective at knocking out tanks. In the hands of these highly mobile infantry meant they could very easily knock out a unit of Panzers before they knew what hit them.