NAM Infantry Platoon
About this Product
The NAM Infantry Platoon provides the backbone of your Team Yankee: ‘Nam army, representing U.S. or ARVN rifle squads deployed across the jungles, rice paddies, and cities of Vietnam. This set includes 15mm-scale miniatures depicting soldiers armed with M16 rifles, M60 machine guns, grenade launchers, and command equipment—ideal for building flexible, mission-ready formations.
Designed for use with the Team Yankee ruleset, these infantry units can operate in standalone platoons or be integrated into larger companies. The kit provides enough figures and bases to deploy a full infantry platoon with support weapons, giving players both firepower and mobility for jungle warfare scenarios.
Key Features
• Includes a full 15mm infantry platoon with rifle teams, support weapons, and command figures
• Designed for use in Team Yankee: ‘Nam with U.S. or ARVN forces
• Flexible unit composition for tactical variety
• Includes bases for organizing squads during gameplay
• Requires assembly and painting
Why Buy This Kit?
• Core combat unit for any Vietnam War force
• Provides tactical versatility with ranged and support options
• Pairs perfectly with mortar, anti-tank, and artillery teams
• Historically accurate sculpting for immersive tabletop play
Gameplay Role
In Team Yankee: ‘Nam, infantry platoons serve as the foundation of your army, capable of securing objectives, holding ground, and engaging enemy forces at close to medium range. When supported by artillery or air assets, they become even more effective in coordinated assaults.
Paint & Hobby Tips
For U.S. forces, use olive drab and jungle green tones, with black boots and dark webbing. ARVN uniforms typically feature tan, khaki, or camouflage. Basing can include jungle foliage, muddy trails, or sandbag emplacements for added realism.
Historical Context Sidebar
Infantry played a vital role in the Vietnam War, where much of the fighting took place in challenging jungle terrain unsuited for vehicles. Both U.S. and ARVN troops conducted patrols, search-and-destroy missions, and firebase defense. The infantry platoon was the most commonly deployed unit, often facing ambushes, booby traps, and close-quarters combat in unforgiving environments.
