Author Archives: Jim Bambra

The M4 Sherman 105mm is equipped with a 105L23 howitzer to provide close support to tank and armoured infantry battalions. Like most other Shermans it has relatively weak armour making it vulnerable to German tanks.     Available: March 1944 … Continue reading →

The Cromwell Mk VI is the close support version of the Mk IV. Armed with a 97L423 howitzer it is a fast tank that is capable supporting the Cromwell Mk IVs and Shermans.   Available: 1944 Type: Medium AFV (Close … Continue reading →

Built using the chassis of the Churchill Mk VII, this close support tank is slow moving and heavily armoured giving it good protection against German tanks and anti-tank guns.     Available: 1944 Type: Heavy AFV Move: Slow Reliability: Average … Continue reading →

The ISU–152 is an updated SU–152. Built on the chassis of the IS II tank it has increased armour protection and an additional Reaction Dice.     Available: January 1944 Type: Heavy AFV Move: Average Reliability: Average Reaction: 7D Weapon: … Continue reading →

The SU-152 was built on the KV-1S chassis and uses the 152mm Model 1937 howitzer. This high-velocity gun provides close support to the Soviet units and packs a heavy AT punch. Its high performance comes at a cost as it’s … Continue reading →