LST Mk III Landing Ship, Tank

The British LST Mark III was a wartime tank-landing ship designed to deliver vehicles directly onto a suitable shore. It differed in machinery and construction from the American LST Mark II, while retaining the broad purpose of carrying heavy equipment for amphibious operations. These ships linked ocean transport with the practical problem of unloading without a captured port. Their value was in lift and access, not in acting as frontline surface combatants. Beach approaches, tides, loading discipline, and the safe movement of vehicles determined whether the ship could discharge its cargo effectively. Bow access was part of a carefully planned landing sequence rather than a guarantee of successful unloading everywhere.

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, Global War 1946, Global War 1985, 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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