Armies of the British Commonwealth: Third Edition is your essential guide to collecting and playing Commonwealth forces in Bolt Action! This is an army book unlike any other. With no fewer than six distinct army lists packed into its 128 full-colour pages, Armies of the British Commonwealth allows you to bring Australian, Canadian, East African, Indian, New Zealand, and South African forces to the tabletop, in more depth than ever before. Each have their own unique special rules and units, as well as access to a wide roster of British units, giving existing units a brand new look! In addition to the unit profiles and national special rules, Armies of the British Commonwealth is packed with historical background details, and full-colour illustrations and photography, to inspire your hobby journey.

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Get the support weapons to the front! German troops were well equipped with support weaponry, with two of the most notable examples being emplaced machine guns and mortars. The 'universal' MG 34 and 42 machine guns, when mounted on the 'Lafette' tripod, were capable of performing the role of much heavier weapons employed by other armies, providing intense suppressing fire over a wide area. They could also be used to set up lethal ambushes, or cover specific potential lines of advance. Supporting them with indirect fire, the standard German 8cm mortar was a simple, effective, and rugged weapon, capable of raining down high explosives, even at short ranges. Medium Mortar and MMG teams are staples of any Bolt Action force, providing your Heavy Weapons Platoons with all the firepower they need. This box lets you build just such a platoon, with an Officer to lead them, and even a Panzerschreck Team to ward off enemy armour! The crew are perfect for late-war Heer, and can also be painted as Waffen-SS. In addition, the crew sprue is compatible with many of our other German kits, allowing you to kitbash to your heart's content! Contents: Two heavy weapons frames each containing one MG34, MG42, 8cm mortar, Panzershcreck, two tripods and a selection of ammunition. Three crew frames totalling twelve infantry models that can be assembled as crew or command squads, with a selection of heads, arms and equipment. Four 60mm and three 25mm bases, allowing you to construct up to four heavy weapons teams or three heavy weapons plus a platoon commander and a Panzerschreck team. Miniature sculpted by Wojtek Flis and Jon Heeney. Studio miniatures painted by Darek Wyrozebski and Kirsten Williams. Models supplied unassembled and unpainted

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The Commandos established an extraordinary reputation for dash and bravery in World War II. Formed in 1940 by order of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill with the express goal of taking the fight back to the apparently unstoppable German armed forces that had thrown the British Expeditionary Force out of France with such apparent ease. An all-volunteer force, they recruited from all parts of the armed services. Indeed there were Army commandos, Naval commandos and the Inter-Allied Commando regiment which included nationalities such as the Belgians, Polish, Dutch and others. Commandos fought in campaigns in Europe, Burma, Africa and earned battle honours for many famous actions including arguably the greatest raid of all – St Nazaire. Commandos were fielded in many different ways - from units of less than a full section up to full assault divisions depending on the task at hand. Superbly trained, aggressive in action, well-equipped and deadly in hand-to-hand combat the Commandos were rightly feared by their German, Italian and Japanese foes. Contains thirty plastic figures with a range of weapons, including rifles, pistols, SMGs, Vickers K light machine guns, PIAT anti-tank weapons and 2-inch mortars, as well as bases and decals

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The German Fallschirmjager were the world's first paratroopers to be used in large numbers. They were at the tip of the spear when war broke out in 1939, and led daring assaults on strategic targets, such as the fortress at Eben Emael. The Fallschirmjager's greatest achievement would be the intense fighting they performed as they seized Crete in the face of more numerous British and Commonwealth forces during 1941. This plastic kit contains 30 Fallschirmjager miniatures in 28mm scale. The miniatures are highly detailed and feature a variety of poses and equipment. The kit also includes a variety of accessories, such as backpacks, weapons, and grenades. The Fallschirmjager can be used to field a variety of different units in Bolt Action. They can be used as a regular infantry unit, or as an elite unit. They can also be used to field special units, such as paratroopers or paratroopers with flamethrowers. The Fallschirmjager Plastic kit is a great way to add some elite troops to your Bolt Action army. The miniatures are highly detailed and feature a variety of poses and equipment. The kit also includes a variety of accessories, such as backpacks, weapons, and grenades. Features: 30 highly detailed Fallschirmjager miniatures in 28mm scale Variety of poses and equipment Includes a variety of accessories, such as backpacks, weapons, and grenades Can be used to field a variety of different units in Bolt Action Specifications: Scale: 28mm Material: Plastic Number of miniatures: 30 Accessories: Backpacks, weapons, grenades Rules: The Fallschirmjager can be used to field a variety of different units in Bolt Action. They can be used as a regular infantry unit, or as an elite unit. They can also be used to field special units, such as paratroopers or paratroopers with flamethrowers.

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Wage World War II on your tabletop! The Bolt Action Starter Set guides you through your very first steps into the world of tabletop wargaming, and welcomes you to the world of Bolt Action, the ultimate World War Two wargame! Designed specifically to introduce the fundamentals of the hobby in fun, simple steps, you’ll learn how to assemble and paint your first models, play your first games, and introduces you to the wider world of Bolt Action. Inside the box, you’ll discover finely detailed, plastic miniatures – tough German Grenadiers and fearless US Rangers – and a double-sided battle mat with plastic scenery to set the stage for your games. The included Bolt Action Field Manual takes you through every stage of the hobby with simple, easy-to-follow instructions. Learn how to build your new models, then take them straight into the action! Through a series of fun, introductory missions, you’ll familiarise yourself with the key mechanics of Bolt Action. In no time at all, you’ll be leading your forces into battle! The Bolt Action Starter Set contains: Full colour, 68 page book - The Bolt Action Field Manual 12 Plastic German Grenadiers (28mm) 12 Plastic US Rangers (28mm) Plastic Ruined Farmhouse Scenery Game Token Punchboard Double-sided Gaming Mat (30” x 22.4” approx.) Six Bolt Action Order Dice (3 Grey / 3 Olive Drab) Eight six-sided dice Dice Bag Cardboard Insert that doubles as an in-game Bunker

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Take the fight to the enemy beneath the blazing desert sun, and wage World War II on your tabletop! A Gentleman’s War is one of the best ways to get started with Bolt Action: Third Edition, whether you’re an absolute beginner or a hardened veteran of tabletop battles. Inside this box, you’ll find finely detailed plastic infantry - determined British 8th Army and German Afrika Korps veterans - as well as two plastic armoured cars to support them in battle, and a double-sided battle mat with MDF scenery to set the stage for your games. In the box, you’ll find a QR code. Simply scan it, and it will take you to the Bolt Action website, where you’ll find a free downloadable Bolt Action Field Manual. This incredibly useful document takes you through every stage of the hobby with simple, easy-to-follow instructions. Learn how to build your new models, then take them straight into the action! Through a series of fun, introductory missions, you’ll familiarise yourself with the key mechanics of Bolt Action. In no time at all, you’ll be leading your forces into battle! Once you’ve played through the introductory missions, you’ll be ready to dive into the full A5 Bolt Action rulebook in the set, and from there the possibilities are endless! Contents: 12 hard plastic 28mm British 8th Army infantrymen 12 hard plastic 28mm Afrika Korps infantrymen 1 hard plastic 1/56 scale Humber MkII/IV armoured car 1 hard plastic 1/56 scale Sd.Kfz. 222/223 armoured car Bolt Action: Third Edition A5 rulebook Assembly guides Ruined North African house MDF terrain Bolt Action Order dice Dice bag Double-sided gaming mat Plastic pin markers and templates 10 Six-sided dice Please Note: Miniatures are supplied unpainted, and some assembly may be required.

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This set contains: 1 x Soviet HQ (Winter) 1 x SovietMAxim MMG Team (Winter) 1 x Soviet 82mm Medium Mortar Team (Winter) Soviet Army (Winter) HQ Like the soldiers they commanded, many Soviet officers were inexperienced and lacked training at the beginning of the Great Patriotic War. Stalin's ruthless purge of officers of the Red Army in 1937 had denuded the organisation of leadership and left deep scars in the survivors' minds. Throughout the war, showing initiative was seen as a dangerous trait, and most Soviet officers would follow their orders to the letter even if they meant marching their men to certain death. Soviet operational leadership improved immeasurably over time, but the heavy casualties endured by the Red Army indicates that overall battlefield control remained a blunt instrument.Soviet Army (Winter) Medium Machine Gun The red army used the venerable Maxim Model 1910 as its medium machine gun throughout the war, the very same weapon that had served the Tsarist army in world war 1. It was a capable weapon that could be tripod-, sledge- or wheel-mounted and was often given a useful shield to help preserve the crew. The Maxim was so heavy and cumbersome, however, unlike most other Soviet weapons, the Germans seldom made use of captured examples.Soviet Army (Winter) Medium Mortar Team The standard Russian medium mortar of the war was the 82-PM-41 or 82mm battalion mortar Model 1941. This served alongside the otherwise similar 82mm Model 1937. Both were very effective and accurate weapons with a range of about 3,000 yards. 82mm mortars were regarded as artillery rather than infantry weapons by the Russians and were usually massed together in batteries for battalion-level support.Models supplied unassembled and unpainted

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Infantry weapons teams are a key component of any Bolt Action army, providing as they do great tactical flexibility for your force. Sniper teams, anti-tank teams and flamethrower teams are among the most prevalent, presenting your opponent with multiple challenges to overcome.The American Bazooka was first used in North Africa and on Tarawa in November 1942. The first version (M1A1) had two grips and a wooden support. By 1943 the new version was released which no longer had the front grip but had an improved electrical firing system. The final version was longer (1.55m) and improved the range from 200-250 yards to 300 yards. The M6 HEAT rocket could easily penetrate 76mm of armour at 30 degrees or 110mm at 90 degrees.The tasks of scouting and sniping were similar in American doctrines. In the US manual it was clearly stated that the duty of a sniper was to kill enemy officers in order to damage the morale of enemy troops. They were equipped with a telescopic sight on a M1903 bolt-action Springfield rifle, and also had close-combat weapons such as pistols and shotguns with which to defend themselves if discovered. Both members of the team had sniper training so the role of spotter was interchangeable.Flamethrowers were used throughout the war, especially in the Pacific, to clear out tunnels and bunkers. And to open gaps in fortified lines.Box contains: Six Warlord Resin™ Figures Plastic Bases Three Order Dice These figures are cast in our new and improved Warlord Resin Plus™. Models supplied unassembled and unpainted

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Few fighting forces rival the hard-won reputation of the US Marine Corps. Showing their mettle during the island-hopping campaigns in the Pacific, and then to pushing the enemy back to their homeland, the US Marine had few equals in WWII. Facing the deadly combination of the fanatical Japanese enemy and the sweltering jungle conditions in which they fought, the US Marine Corps triumphed in actions which have become legendary – Guadalcanal, Tarawa, Peleliu, Iwo Jima and more. Within the claustrophobic confines of the hills and jungle environment over which they fought, the marines were reliant more on support weapons than on tanks. Medium machine guns like the M1917 and the 81mm medium mortar were vital to their success. Contains these metal models: 1 officer with SMG and pistol 1 US Navy corpsman medic treating a casualty 1 medic with stretcher 1 radio operator/spotter 1 medium mortar team 1 MMG team Models supplied unassembled and unpainted

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Blitzkrieg HQ German officers were capable and often experienced leaders. Junior officers were trained to undertake the role of their own immediate superiors, enabling them to use their initiative to take control of situations when necessary.Blitzkrieg Medium Machine Gun Team The Germans were equipped with two excellent machine guns in the MG34 and rapid-firing MG42 – known to Allied troops as ‘Hitler’s Buzz Saw’ because of its distinctive noise, or ‘Spandau’. Unlike other armies, the Germans used the same machine gun both as a squad weapon from its bipod and as a tripod-mounted support weapon. The tripod mount provided a much more stable firing platform and made it easier to keep up a sustained fire using a belt feed.Blitzkrieg Medium Mortar Team The standard German medium mortar of the war was the 80mm Granatwerfer 34. It was a very effective and accurate weapon that could provide longer range, on-call fire support. It had a maximum range of 2,400 metres and could maintain a rate of fire of 15–20 rounds per minute.Models supplied unassembled and unpainted

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