Allied Landing Vehicle Tracked (A

The American LVT(A) family adapted amphibious tracked vehicles to provide armored fire support during landings. Unlike cargo-carrying LVTs, armored versions mounted a turreted gun or howitzer to help suppress beach defenses and support the assault force. They served prominently in Pacific island campaigns during the Second World War. The parenthetical A signifies the armored development, and the exact version determines whether the model represents a 37mm-gunned vehicle or a later howitzer-armed configuration. The armored amphibian added cannon fire to the broader Landing Vehicle Tracked family’s ability to move between ship, water, and shore. It could support troops crossing a defended beach, but armor, visibility, and sea conditions imposed limits. Its amphibious mission distinguishes it from a conventional tank with merely shallow-water wading equipment.

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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