Tsar Tank

The Russian Tsar Tank was an experimental armored vehicle tested during the First World War. Instead of conventional tracks, it used enormous front wheels and a small rear wheel, an arrangement intended to cross obstacles. Testing exposed serious mobility problems, including difficulty when the rear assembly became stuck. The project was abandoned without operational service. Its striking appearance makes it famous, but the prototype did not establish a viable alternative to the tracked tank. Its enormous front wheels were intended to cross obstacles, while a small rear wheel steered the vehicle. Testing showed serious mobility problems, and the prototype became stuck. The unconventional wheel arrangement did not lead to a successful production alternative to tracked tanks.

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 1914, 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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