Churchill Petard Mortar

The Churchill AVRE’s Petard mortar fired a large demolition projectile intended to destroy strongpoints and obstacles during assault engineering operations. Royal Engineers operated these specialized vehicles, which played an important role in the Normandy landings. The weapon’s short practical engagement range made cooperation, protection, and careful approach essential despite the Churchill chassis’s heavy armor. The AVRE belonged to the specialized armored equipment associated with overcoming obstacles under fire, often grouped under the popular label of Hobart’s Funnies. The Petard was one tool among several fittings and techniques. Its employment required cooperation with infantry and other engineers, rather than treating the vehicle as a long-range artillery system operating independently.

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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