Bolt Action French Army 81mm Medium Mortar Team
The French Army 81mm medium mortar team provided essential indirect fire support for infantry units during the Battle of France in 1940. Capable of launching high-explosive shells over long distances, this weapon was crucial for suppressing enemy positions, disrupting advances, and breaking defensive lines. Deployed in teams, the Brandt Mle 27/31 mortar was one of the most reliable artillery pieces available to French forces at the outbreak of World War II.
Features:
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Powerful 81mm mortar: Provides effective indirect fire support in Bolt Action battles.
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Includes three crew members: French soldiers in historically accurate uniforms.
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Essential support unit: Ideal for early-war engagements and defensive playstyles.
Why Choose the French 81mm Medium Mortar Team?
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Increases firepower for French forces: A vital component of Bolt Action army lists.
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Versatile battlefield role: Can suppress enemy positions and cover advancing troops.
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Highly detailed miniatures: Great for collectors, painters, and historical wargamers.
Product Info:
This 1/56 scale metal kit includes an 81mm medium mortar and a three-man French crew. Requires assembly and painting. Supplied unpainted with waterslide decals included. Compatible with Bolt Action wargaming rules.
About the Weapon:
The Brandt Mle 27/31 was a French-designed 81mm mortar that became a standard infantry support weapon for the French Army during World War II. Known for its sturdy construction and ease of use, it could fire up to 20 rounds per minute with an effective range of 3,000 meters. Many units fell into German hands after the fall of France, where they were re-designated and used by Axis forces.
About the Model:
This 1/56 scale model accurately depicts the French Army 81mm medium mortar team, featuring finely detailed soldier miniatures setting up and firing the weapon. A fantastic addition to any Bolt Action French Army, this unit brings historical realism and strategic depth to your tabletop battles and dioramas.
