Russia Su-85 Tank Destroyer

The SU-85 was a Soviet Second World War tank destroyer built on a chassis related to the T-34. Its fixed fighting compartment mounted an 85 mm gun to provide greater anti-armor capability as German protection improved. Entering service in 1943, it supported Soviet offensives until more powerful successors became available. The vehicle traded the flexibility of a rotating turret for a relatively straightforward gun installation. It differed from the SU-85B light vehicle and from the later 100 mm-armed SU-100. A fixed gun required the driver and gunner to cooperate in aiming beyond the weapon’s limited traverse. The arrangement made vehicle positioning an important part of anti-tank fighting.

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 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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