About this Product
The NAM M109 (155mm) self-propelled howitzer delivers long-range artillery power to your Vietnam War tabletop. As one of the most widely used artillery systems of the Cold War era, the M109 provided American forces in Vietnam with mobile, protected fire support capable of laying down sustained bombardments. Its fully rotating turret and 155mm gun allowed for rapid deployment, accurate fire missions, and effective counter-battery responses.
This 15mm-scale model for Team Yankee: āNam represents the backbone of U.S. artillery support, essential for both offensive pushes and defensive operations.
Key Features
ā¢ Includes M109 (155mm) howitzer model(s) in 15mm scale
ā¢ Rotating turret with detailed 155mm gun and crew compartment
ā¢ Vital artillery unit for Team Yankee: āNam U.S. forces
ā¢ Historically accurate and easy to integrate into most lists
ā¢ Excellent for dioramas and thematic gameplay
Why Buy This Kit?
ā¢ Provides authentic long-range fire support to U.S. forces
ā¢ Versatile and mobile artillery platform with real battlefield impact
ā¢ Must-have for scenario play or complete army lists
ā¢ Great opportunity for creative painting and terrain basing
Gameplay Role
In Team Yankee: āNam, the M109 serves as a core indirect fire asset. Use it to soften enemy positions, suppress infantry, and disrupt armor formations before your main assault. Place them behind the front line and protect with infantry screens or terrain. Works well in both aggressive and defensive strategies.
Paint & Hobby Tips
Standard olive drab basecoat with lighter highlights gives an authentic military finish. Add subtle weathering to the tracks, gun muzzle, and hull. Mud effects or spent shell casings around the base will enhance realism. Pair with artillery crew miniatures or sandbag emplacements for display impact.
Historical Context Sidebar
The M109 entered service in the early 1960s and became the standard U.S. self-propelled howitzer in Vietnam. Known for its flexibility and reliability, the M109 provided essential firepower during major operations like the Tet Offensive. It remained in service for decades and saw upgrades throughout its lifespan, solidifying its role as a workhorse of American artillery.
