Russian BA-10 Armored Car

The BA-10 was a Soviet armored car built before the Second World War. Its cannon-armed turret offered significant firepower for a wheeled reconnaissance vehicle, but the truck-derived chassis limited mobility in difficult terrain. BA-10s served in early wartime operations and earlier conflicts, before heavy losses and changing production priorities reduced their prominence. The type illustrates the opportunities and limitations of fitting tank-like armament to an armored car rather than creating a fully tracked combat vehicle.

Some armored-car operations benefited from roads and open terrain, while mud and damaged routes could impose severe restrictions. A gun-bearing turret did not eliminate the limitations inherited from the underlying automotive chassis.

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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