BL 60-Pounder Artillery

The British BL 60-pounder was a heavy field gun used during the First World War and retained in later service. Its role emphasized longer-range fire than that of lighter field batteries, including counter-battery and other important targets. Moving and supplying such a weapon required substantial transport and crew organization. Its long-range fire complemented howitzers and lighter field artillery. Towing arrangements evolved as armies moved from horse traction toward motor transport. The gun’s continued service after 1918 shows how established artillery designs could remain useful even as newer weapons and carriage systems appeared. Horse teams and later tractors provided mobility for the heavy weapon and its supporting ammunition transport.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1914, Global Empires, Global War 1936, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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