NAM Patrol Boat

About this Product

The NAM Patrol Boat brings fast-moving firepower to your riverine warfare operations in Team Yankee: ‘Nam. This 15mm scale model represents the iconic PBR (Patrol Boat, River), widely used by U.S. forces for patrol, interdiction, and close fire support in the complex waterways of Vietnam. Designed for speed and agility, the patrol boat offered unmatched maneuverability in shallow waters, making it ideal for jungle river operations and ambush defense.

Armed with machine guns and grenade launchers, and often crewed by elite riverine units, these boats were a backbone of the U.S. Navy’s "Brown Water" forces and a vital component of joint riverine task forces throughout the Vietnam War.

Key Features

• Highly detailed 15mm scale model
• Represents U.S. PBR patrol boat used during Vietnam
• Ideal for river patrols, ambush scenarios, and mobile fire support
• Includes mounted weapons and crew figures
• Designed for use with Team Yankee: 'Nam

Why Buy This Kit?

• Introduces dynamic river-based combat to your games
• Adds a fast-response support unit to your U.S. force
• Helps control waterways and disrupt enemy movements
• Brings cinematic Vietnam War missions to life on the tabletop

Gameplay Role
The Patrol Boat acts as a mobile weapons platform capable of reacting quickly to threats along rivers and waterways. It excels at escorting transports, performing hit-and-run attacks, and providing suppressive fire to protect flanking units or infantry on the move.

Paint & Hobby Tips
Paint the hull in naval grey or dark olive green for an authentic look, with weathering along the waterline. Add detail to mounted weapons and highlight crew gear with subdued tones. Consider creating scenic river terrain to complement your patrol missions.

Historical Context Sidebar
PBRs played a vital role in the U.S. Navy’s Mobile Riverine Force, patrolling the Mekong Delta and other inland waterways. These boats were often tasked with inserting and extracting troops, disrupting Viet Cong supply lines, and engaging enemy positions along the riverbanks. Their unique combat environment and high-risk missions made them a symbol of Vietnam’s unconventional warfare.