Great War Armoured Autocar Section
The Great War Armoured Autocar Section Miniature is a detailed model set designed for tabletop wargaming, specifically within the World War I era. This set allows players to incorporate historically accurate armored autocar units into their games, enhancing both strategic depth and historical authenticity.
Major Raymond Brutinel, a successful French businessman who had immigrated to Canada before the outbreak of the war, organised and raised a mobile machine-gun unit with private funds. He organised armoured trucks to be built by the American Auto Car company. Each Autocar had an open-topped armoured box with an angled front plate and drop sides. The machine guns were pedestal-mounted and capable of firing over the sides of the vehicle. The machine-guns could also be dismounted for ground use.
Key Features:
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Historical Accuracy: The miniatures replicate the design of early 20th-century armored autocars, such as those used by the British Army during World War I.
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Detailed Craftsmanship: Each model is intricately crafted to showcase features like the vehicle's armor plating, weaponry, and structural design, providing a realistic representation for enthusiasts and collectors.
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Scale Compatibility: Typically produced in 15mm scale, these miniatures are compatible with other figures and terrain used in World War I tabletop games, ensuring a cohesive and immersive gaming experience.
Historical Context:
Armored autocars played a significant role in World War I, offering mobility and firepower on the battlefield. The Armoured Autocar Section, for instance, was utilized by the British Army to perform reconnaissance missions and support infantry operations. Notably, during the Battle of Amiens in August 1918, armored autocars penetrated German lines, causing disruption before safely returning to their own positions
Includes two Armoured Autocars.
