Czech Hedgehog

Czech hedgehogs are anti-tank obstacles made from intersecting steel beams, intended to obstruct vehicles rather than destroy them directly. Their shape helps keep part of the obstacle projecting upward even when displaced. Used extensively in the Second World War, they became familiar features of defensive belts, beaches, and roadblocks, but required supporting fire to prevent removal or bypass. Steel hedgehogs were particularly effective when integrated into a defended position, where engineers trying to clear them could be observed and attacked. They were not useful simply because they were heavy objects. Their purpose was to delay, channel, or stop movement long enough for supporting weapons and the surrounding defensive system to act.

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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