UK Achilles Tank Destroyer

The British Achilles adapted the American M10 tank destroyer to carry the 17-pounder anti-tank gun. The conversion gave British and Commonwealth units a more powerful weapon against heavy German armor while retaining the M10’s open-topped turret and tracked chassis. It served in northwest Europe during the later Second World War and afterward. The name should not imply a heavily armored conventional tank: protection and fighting arrangements reflected its specialized anti-tank role. The British conversion installed the 17-pounder in an American M10 tank-destroyer chassis, strengthening anti-armor capability. The open turret preserved visibility and space but left the crew exposed from above. British and Commonwealth employment during the later Second World War places the subject well after the First World War era sometimes assigned in catalogues.

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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