Stop enemy armour dead in its tracks with the NAM Anti-tank Platoon for Team Yankee: āNam. Armed with powerful recoilless rifles and guided weapons, this unit provides the focused firepower U.S. and ARVN forces need to hold strategic ground and counter advancing enemy vehicles with precision and force.
Product Info:
The NAM Anti-tank Platoon adds essential defensive capability to your Team Yankee: āNam army, featuring detailed weapon teams designed to destroy or deter enemy armour in Vietnamās most intense firefights.
Includes:
ā 15mm-scale Anti-tank Gun Teams with Crew
ā Historical U.S. and ARVN weapon options
ā Bases for mounting teams
ā Supplied unpainted and unassembled
About the Unit:
Equipped with powerful recoilless rifles and other anti-tank systems, these platoons formed the backbone of firebase and perimeter defense across South Vietnam. The M67 90mm recoilless rifle and similar weapons allowed infantry to engage enemy vehicles or bunkers at range, giving foot soldiers a fighting chance against heavier threats. Flexible and mobile, these teams could be deployed quickly to defend bridges, roads, or clearingsāanywhere armour might appear.
In-Game Role:
In Team Yankee: āNam, the Anti-tank Platoon is your go-to answer for countering enemy armour and fortified positions. Perfect for ambushes or defensive lines, they combine stopping power with tactical versatility. Deploy them on elevated terrain or in cover to control chokepoints and protect your advancing troops.
Historical Context:
While tank battles were rare in Vietnam, anti-tank units played a crucial supporting role. The U.S. and ARVN used weapons like the M67 recoilless rifle not only against vehicles but also against bunkers, strongpoints, and enemy troop concentrations. These platoons were a common sight at firebases and outposts, their powerful weapons providing reassurance and protection across the war-torn jungles and highlands.
