LVT-4 Landing Craft

The American LVT-4 was an amphibious tracked vehicle developed to carry troops and supplies from water onto shore. A rear loading ramp improved access compared with earlier arrangements. A rear ramp made loading and unloading more practical and could reduce exposure compared with climbing over the sides. Amphibious movement still imposed limits in sea conditions, ground, and protection. The LVT-4’s usefulness arose from fitting a specialized phase of the landing operation, with supply and tactical coordination determining whether the initial crossing became a sustained advance inland. Pacific operations required repeated movement of ammunition, food, and personnel across reefs and beaches. The LVT family’s tracked propulsion made it useful where ordinary wheeled transport could not immediately follow landing craft.

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 1936, Global Empires, 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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