Russian Bicycle Infantry WWII

Bicycle troops offered armies a form of mobility that required neither horse fodder nor large amounts of motor fuel. Soviet bicycle elements existed within the wider development of reconnaissance and mobile infantry organizations, although they were far less characteristic than the Red Army’s rifle, cavalry, and mechanized forces. During the Second World War, roads, maintenance, and terrain strongly affected their usefulness. The method also required training in movement discipline and care of equipment. A bicycle could increase marching speed on a suitable route, but infantry still had to dismount and fight using their ordinary weapons and tactics. Punctures, mud, snow, and damaged bridges could quickly reduce the advantage over marching troops. Their mobility depended strongly on conditions along the selected route.

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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