TOTW: Zil-131 R-140

The ZIL-131 R-140 is a Soviet command truck designed to serve as a mobile communication hub on the battlefield. Built on the rugged ZIL-131 chassis, this vehicle combines off-road capability with advanced communications equipment, including the R-140 shortwave radio, which provides long-range, reliable communication for command and control purposes. Its durable design allows it to operate in extreme environments, making it a key component of Soviet military operations during the Cold War. The ZIL-131 R-140 often formed part of larger command convoys, ensuring coordinated movement and communication between frontline units and higher command echelons.

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Northern Fleet

Northern Fleet 1983

Northern Fleet is a print-and-play board game simulating a hypothetical clash between the the USSR and NATO in the Atlantic Ocean and Norwegian Sea in 1983.

Key Points

  • Simple and playable rules, an average scenario can be played in approximately 3 hours.
  • The core game is developed and ready to go. Delivery guaranteed 2-3 weeks after the Kickstarter ends
  • A wide range of scenarios, the shortest takes approximately an hour, leading to a grand campaign including the full Soviet and NATO order of battle.
  • Meticulously researched. Literally 100's of hours have been spent to ensure game play is realistic, unit stats are correct and both sides' order of battle (OB) is accurate. See here for a list of references used in developing the game: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sovietfleet/posts/1479167429472891/
  • Print and Play allows you to buy a £150+ game for £39.50
  • Full Vassal support allows on-line play
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  • Incredible 3D Models

    3D designer Bob Mackenzie is a talented artist. Because Bob is also a wargamer he understands the subject. This leads to 3D Models that are unparalleled when it comes to detail and accuracy. Furthermore Bob prints in 3D so he understands how vehicles need to be made to create the ultimate model for your game table.

  • Pre-Supported

    You will receive both the unsupported and pre-supported STL  files optimized for all three scales: 15mm (1:100), 20mm (1:72), and 28mm (1:56). Of course, the files can be re-scaled to any size if your favorite is not on the list.

    All the pre-supported files, in each of the three scales, have been printed successfully on an Anycubic Photon printer.

    Every model has been printed successfully.  Of course, 3D printing has many variables, and printers have different parameters.  Unsupported STLs and Lychee files will be included so you can tweak the supports for your situation.

    We have not tested these models using an FDM printer. However models of a similar quality for our previous BAOR kickstarter have been nicely printed with an FDM printer and there is not reason why the Soviet models should not also print to a similar standard.

  • 3 Different Scales

    All files are optimized for all three scales: 15mm (1:100), 20mm (1:72), and 28mm (1:56). Of course, the files can be re-scaled to any size if your favorite is not on the list.

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