World War III: Belgian Catalogue

The Book

WWIII: NATO Forces Spotlight Back in 2018, we released Free Nations as our first multi-national book for Team Yankee. It added four more nations to the roster of forces with which to play. Free Nations started as an idea to add some of the forces of the smaller NATO nations but grew into something a little more when it was suggested we add the French. The project transformed from a loose idea to do some downloadable content, into a fully-fledged book with four Western nations (well, technically five if you choose to run your ANZACs as New Zealanders). We have now further expanded this book into World War III: NATO Forces by expanding the forces and units available to the original four choices, and have also added a fifth nation, the Belgians. WWIII: NATO Forces Spotlight...

Product Spotlights

Leopard 1 Panzer Zug (TGBX14) The main front-line tank of the Belgian 1st Corps is the Leopard 1BE delivered between 1968 and 1971. In 1984 the Belgians began an upgrade program to bring all of the Belgian Leopard 1 tanks up to the same standard as the West German Leopard 1A5 by adding side skirts, turret spaced armour, as well as upgrading to a completely modern fire control system and fully effective night/bad-weather vision system.  Leopard 1 Panzer Zug (TGBX14)...

Kanonenjagdpanzer Zug (TGBX17) The Belgians fielded eighty West German-made Kanonenjagdpanzer. Its 9cm L/40 cannon was fixed within the fighting compartment, located a little right of the centre. The gun could traverse 15° to the sides and elevate up to 15°. The Kanonenjagdpanzer had NBC protection and night-fighting ability. Its hull armour consisted of welded steel up to 50mm thick. Over the frontal arc it is resistant to autocannon and heavy machine-gun fire. Against tanks and other combat vehicles, it relies on its low silhouette and mobility for its survivability. Kanonenjagdpanzer Zug (TGBX17)...

Gepard Flakpanzer Batterie (TGBX07) The Belgian version of the Gepard anti-aircraft tank is identical to the West German version. The Gepard is armed with two 35mm Oerlikon autocannon, each gun fires at 550 rounds per minute. In a normal engagement, 20 to 40 rounds are fired at a single target. Gepard Flakpanzer Batterie (TGBX07)...

M109 Artillery Battery (Plastic) (TUBX24) The Belgians equip their self-propelled artillery with the reliable and effective M109 self-propelled 155mm howitzer. These provide the brigades with supporting indirect fire. A bombardment of high-explosive shells can be brought down quickly on enemy troop concentrations or dug-in positions, or to obscure the movement of friendly troops with smoke. M109 Artillery Battery (Plastic) (TUBX24)...

Scorpion or Scimitar Troop (TBBX03) The CVR (T) series of vehicles are small, highly mobile, air-transportable armoured vehicles designed specifically with the reconnaissance role in mind. The Scimitar is one of the main variants to serve with the Belgian Army. It mounts a highly effective 30mm Rarden autocannon in a fully traversable turret. Scorpion or Scimitar Troop (TBBX03)...

Spartan or Striker Troop (TBBX04) The Stormaanval Troep (Assault Troop) provide the reconnaissance squadron with their own infantry platoon. This small platoon is ideal for clearing buildings and terrain not accessible to vehicles. The CVR (T) series also includes the Spartan APC. The Spartan is a small armoured personnel carrier (APC) that can carry seven men; a crew of three, and four passengers in the rear compartment. Each Spartan carries an infantry team. Spartan or Striker Troop (TBBX04)...

YPR-765 Platoon (TDBX02) Like the Dutch, the Belgians use a variant of the US AIFV (Armored Infantry Fighting Vehicle), a development of the M113. The Belgian variant was designated the AIFV-B. The AIFV-B-C25, like the Dutch YPR-765, is fitted with a turret mounting a 25mm KBA cannon and a coaxial 7.62mm machine-gun. It has a crew of three and can carry seven passengers in the rear compartment.  YPR-765 Platoon (TDBX02)...

M113 Platoon (Plastic) (TNBX03) The M113's versatility spawned a wide variety of adaptations that live on worldwide and in U.S. service. These variants together currently represent about half of U.S. Army armoured vehicles. To date, it is estimated that over 80,000 vehicles in the M113 family have been produced and used by over 50 countries worldwide, making it one of the most widely used armoured fighting vehicles of all time. M113 Platoon (Plastic) (TNBX03)...

Infantry Platoon (x41 Figs) (TBE702) The Belgian infantryman is armed with a FN battle rifle, a semi-automatic weapon in 7.62mm calibre. This powerful weapon is longer and heavier than the American M16, and packs more punch. Supporting firepower is provided by the 7.62mm FN-MAG general purpose machine-gun. The platoon is also equipped with LAW disposable anti-tank weapons for defence against tanks and the unit is also equipped with a Blindicide anti-tank team. This Blindicide is a Belgian development of the US Bazooka. They are also equipped with a 60mm mortar to provide further fire support. Infantry Platoon (x41 Figs) (TBE702)...

Mirage 5 Hunting Patrol (TFBX09) The Belgian Air Component (Dutch: Luchtcomponent, French: Composante Air) rely on the Mirage 5 fighter-bomber for close air support. The Mirage 5 fighter-bomber is armed with twin 30mm autocannons and fitted with seven weapons pylons. It could carry a variety of weapons loads including BL-755 cluster bombs. Mirage 5 Hunting Patrol (TFBX09)...

World War III: Belgian Unit Cards Unit and Formation cards play a key role in World War Three: Team Yankee and can be used as a quick reference for stats and special rules as you play the game. These cards also include unit points and structures to aid with army-list construction. World War III: Belgian Unit Cards (WW3-09B)...

West German Decal Set (TGR950) Each West German decal pack contains four decal sheets with markings for armoured vehicles and helicopters. This Decal Set also contains the decals you need for Dutch forces. West German Decal Set (TGR950)...

Battlefront Paint Sets Each Paint set together with the Utility Paint Set, provides the specialist colours needed to paint your WWII or WWIII force in the appropriate colours all in an easy to grab box. Get everything painted! From the camo paint all the way to the tow cables. Battlefront Paint Sets...

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