Equipment research and production

uk-7arm

British

7th Armoured Division / authored Helmstedt attachments

April onward

existing campaign formation

Verify issue at regiment level; 1945 equipment availability is insufficient. Existing 5 RTR/1 RTR/11 Hussars/3 RHA/5 RHA allocation is authored.

uk-corps

British

Corps/army support and retained specialist pools

Spring/summer conditional

reinforcement candidate

Name surviving 1946 parent units, national release and transport; do not resurrect every 1945 specialist division.

sov-12gtd

Soviet

12th Guards Tank Division, 2nd Guards Tank Army

April onward

existing campaign formation

Map 18th Guards Motorcycle and existing artillery/support attachments; authorized 1945 establishment is not actual 1946 strength.

sov-8ga

Soviet

8th Guards Army formations

Late April/May conditional

planned campaign parent

Select actual subordinate divisions and station/strength returns before cards enter the campaign.

sov-3sa

Soviet

3rd Shock Army formations and army reserves

Summer conditional

planned campaign parent

Verify surviving divisions, artillery allocations and route; strategic reserves cannot appear for free.

us-occupation

American

US occupation tactical forces, 1st Infantry Division candidate

April onward conditional

historical force / fictional combat mobilization

Readiness, dispersed stations and attachments need a dated OOB; no intact 1945 army assumed.

us-constabulary

American

US Constabulary / retained 1st and 4th Armored elements

July for operational Constabulary; earlier only by divergence

historical reorganization

Do not call April formations fully operational Constabulary. Retaining armored formations changes the historical conversion.

fr-occupation

French

5e DB / occupation infantry including 10e DI candidate

April; 10e DI retention after 30 April is a divergence

historical formation candidates

French national release through campaign authority; confirm returns. 5e DB is not Leclerc’s 2e DB.

ca-occupation

Canadian

Canadian Army Occupation Force

Spring; retention beyond June conditional

historical nearby force

Canadian political authorization and halted withdrawal; select actual battalion/brigade holdings.

pl-west

Polish (Western)

1st Armoured Division / 1st Independent Parachute Brigade

Spring conditional

historical occupation forces

Political consent, halt demobilization, verify readiness. Exile veterans are not automatically the recognized Polish government’s army.

pl-italy

Polish (Western)

II Corps, Italy

Later reinforcement conditional

historical reserve outside Germany

Reroute through Austria/Bavaria and retain troops instead of actual June–October move to Britain; select surviving subunits.

pl-east

Polish (Warsaw government)

12th Infantry Division, West Pomerania candidate

Spring/summer conditional

historical formation / hypothetical deployment

Issue and readiness returns needed; do not restore dissolved 1945 army commands or confuse with Western Polish forces.

cz-national

Czechoslovak

Reconstituted national army, Western/Soviet veteran formations

Conditional political branch

historical army / unresolved alignment

1946 is before the 1948 coup. Neutrality, state alignment or a limited volunteer split must be authored separately.

de-aux

German under Allied authority

Screened service, engineer and local-security detachments

Support first; armed security conditional

support precedent / expanded role fictional

Specify Allied control, screening, arms release and training. Do not use later Bundeswehr or Labor Service titles.

de-combat

Reformed German (fictional)

Newly authorized rifle / gun / armored formations

Later branch only; no fixed historical readiness date

explicit alternate-history construction

Political decision, officers, training, serviceable captured stocks and ammunition all required; not a recovered Wehrmacht division.

be-occupation

Belgian

Belgian occupation formations / Piron lineage

Spring conditional

historical occupation participation

Verify April brigade identities and returns; national release required.

au-bcof

Australian

34th Brigade / BCOF support and 81 Wing

Later expedition or pre-Japan diversion

historical force in different theatre

65th/66th/67th battalions, not later RAR numbering; shipping and national authorization needed.

nz-jayforce

New Zealand

9th Brigade Jayforce / 14 Squadron

Later expedition or pre-March diversion

historical force in different theatre

Arrived Japan 19 March 1946. Not a ready German reserve or a full retained 2nd NZ Division.

india-bcof

British Indian

BCOF/other retained Indian contingents

Low-priority conditional expedition

research reserve

Confirm named formation, readiness and national/imperial authority amid Asian commitments; no Pakistan army in 1946.

north-later

Norwegian / Danish / Dutch

Potential later national contingents

Separate alternate-history mobilizations

research reserve, not ready 1946 German brigade list

Norwegian Germany brigade starts 1947. Danish/Dutch 1946 force and deployment evidence not established here; do not assert a ready contingent.

sov-aligned-south

Romanian / Bulgarian / Hungarian

National infantry, engineer and artillery contingents

Later conditional / southern-flank role preferred

research reserve under distinct national constraints

Soviet influence is not proof of expeditionary readiness. Resolve each country’s surviving formations, treaties, stock and route separately.

yugoslav

Yugoslav

National army southern-flank formations

Conditional Austria/Italy branch

research reserve

Independent interests and Adriatic/Italian disputes; do not treat as generic Soviet division or backdate 1950s US equipment.

uk-stuart

Stuart V/VI reconnaissance tank

uk

37-mm gun, machine guns

new-model

Separate commander/gunner/driver stations; no automatic infantry transport

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-sherman75

Sherman 75-mm gun tank

uk

75-mm gun, coax/hull MGs

variant

New turret/gun/ammunition fit; verify British mark and regiment

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-churchill-gun

Churchill VII gun tank

uk

75-mm gun, MGs

variant

Reuse Crocodile foundation only after removing flame equipment

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-churchill-cs

Churchill VIII close-support tank

uk

95-mm howitzer

variant

Different ammunition, breech and reload animation

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-cromwell-cs

Cromwell VI close support

uk

95-mm howitzer

variant

Verify retained CS troop and actual 1946 holdings

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-challenger

Challenger A30

uk

17-pounder

new-model

Large turret and loader stations; uncommon surviving allocation

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-archer

Archer

uk

Rear-facing 17-pounder

new-model

Hull-facing/traverse logic; firing and travel orientation differ

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-achilles

17-pounder M10 / Achilles

uk

17-pounder, optional roof MG

new-model

Open turret, working loader and commander; no free passenger capacity

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-aec-car

AEC armored car Mk II/III candidate

uk

6-pounder or 75-mm by mark

new-model

Select one evidenced mark; do not merge turret fits

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-humber-car

Humber armored car Mk IV candidate

uk

37-mm gun, MG

new-model

Separate from Humber scout car

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-humber-scout

Humber scout car

uk

Bren / liaison role

new-model

Small crew compartment; no squad capacity

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-staghound

Staghound Mk I candidate

uk

37-mm gun, MGs

new-model

Parent reconnaissance regiment issue unresolved

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-white-scout

White M3A1 scout car

uk

MG mounts / reconnaissance

shared-model

Crew, mounts and riders compete for internal space

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-halftrack

M5/M9 half-track candidate

uk

Mounted MG / infantry transport

shared-model

Select exact delivered version; capacity from manual, not visual guess

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-kangaroo

Ram Kangaroo

uk

Armored infantry transport

new-model

Passengers replace turret/fighting function; boarding and egress needed

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-wasp

Wasp Carrier

uk

Vehicle flamethrower

variant

Fuel system replaces usable passenger space; separate existing proposal

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-carrier-support

Mortar / Vickers Carrier configurations

uk

Transported 3-inch mortar or Vickers

variant

Existing weapons; distinguish carried equipment from firing on vehicle

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-loyd

Loyd Carrier

uk

Gun towing / supply

new-model

Passengers and towed load mutually constrained

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-matador

AEC Matador

uk

Medium-gun tractor

new-model

Gun crew and ammunition load; attach/detach system

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-scammell

Scammell Pioneer

uk

Heavy recovery / towing

new-model

Winch/rigging crew; existing tank recovery is not this vehicle

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-mortar42

4.2-inch mortar team

uk

Heavy indirect fire

new-weapon

Separate carrier, loader and ammunition roles; no rifle posing while loading

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-aa37

3.7-inch heavy AA gun

uk

Heavy AA; direct fire only when justified

new-weapon

Crew, predictor and tractor; strategic asset not standard platoon weapon

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-medium55

On-map 5.5-inch medium gun

uk

Medium artillery

representation

Existing off-map effect is not an on-map model; heavy crew and tractor

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-heavy72

7.2-inch howitzer

uk

Corps heavy artillery

new-weapon

Large emplacement, towing and ammunition demand

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P3

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-avre

Churchill AVRE

uk

Petard demolition / engineering

variant

Engineering crew, external reload constraints, optional fascine not all simultaneous

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-crab

Sherman Crab

uk

Mine flail and tank weapons

variant

Flail state, visibility and movement restrictions; choose firing rules

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-bridge

Churchill bridgelayer / bridge detachment

uk

Gap crossing

new-mechanic

Bridge load class, bank geometry and operator clearance

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-buffalo

LVT Buffalo

uk

Amphibious troops / stores

shared-model

Water entry, beach exit, cargo limits and protection

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-ambulance

British ambulance / casualty team

uk

Casualty evacuation

new-role

Stretcher handling and treatment gameplay; no combat bonus by default

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-jeep-motorcycle

Jeep / dispatch motorcycle

uk

Liaison and reconnaissance

shared-model

Riders physically seated; rifle use limited while driving

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-foo

Forward observation / signals party

uk

Artillery observation, radio

new-role

Radio operator and observer have distinct workload

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-sniper

Scout/sniper pair

uk

Scoped service rifle / observation

new-role

One precision shooter plus observer; parent allocation unresolved

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-airborne

Parachute / commando infantry

uk

Period British small-arms packages

national-card

Different mission training, not universal weapon/stat upgrades

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-mosquito

Mosquito strike variant

uk

Cannon/bombs by exact mark

new-model

Select available mark and squadron; avoid all loadouts at once

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-meteor

Meteor F.3

uk

Jet fighter cannon

new-model

Rare squadron deployment; runway, maintenance and role restrictions

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P3

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-dakota

Dakota transport

uk

Airborne troops / supply

shared-model

Transport objective rather than armed strike card

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

uk-coastal

Coastal/naval support detachment

uk

Ship guns / landing support

new-mechanic

Northern/coastal missions only; actual ship availability and fire-control link unresolved

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P3

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-motorcycle

M-72 motorcycle/sidecar patrol

sov

Scout weapons / optional MG mount

new-model

Driver, observer and gunner functions; weapon mount evidence required

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-jeep

GAZ-67 liaison vehicle

sov

Reconnaissance / towing light loads

new-model

No automatic heavy MG or squad capacity

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-truck

GAZ-AA / ZiS-5 domestic truck families

sov

Troops, ammunition, light towing

new-model

Choose body/load capacity; separate from existing US6

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-white-scout

Lend-Lease M3A1 scout car

sov

Reconnaissance MG mounts

shared-model

Confirm local issue, retained ammunition and seating

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-halftrack

Lend-Lease half-track candidate

sov

Transport / specialist mount

shared-model

Exact delivered version and 1946 issue unresolved

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-mortar82

82-mm battalion mortar

sov

Battalion indirect fire

new-weapon

Loader, layer and ammunition handoff

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-m42

45-mm M-42 anti-tank gun

sov

Light anti-tank fire

new-weapon

Small carriage and crew; displacement differs from 17-pounder

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-zis3

Towed 76.2-mm ZiS-3

sov

Divisional gun / anti-tank role

new-weapon

SU-76 armament overlap does not provide a towed model

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-ob25

76-mm regimental gun M1943

sov

Infantry-support artillery

new-weapon

Distinct short-barrel ballistic profile and light carriage

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-sg43

SG-43 machine-gun team

sov

Sustained medium MG

new-weapon

Mount, belts and sustained-fire crew; not a Maxim reskin only

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-dshk

DShK ground / AA team

sov

12.7-mm heavy MG

representation

Vehicle weapon reuse, new mount and team; do not add every tank a DShK

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-rifles

Ordinary rifle infantry formation

sov

Mosin / DP / PPSh mixes

national-card

Separate dismounted doctrine from current tank-rider identity

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-sniper

Soviet sniper/observer pair

sov

Scoped service rifle

new-role

Do not assign scopes to every rifleman

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-assault-engineer

Assault engineer detachment

sov

Demolition / optional body armor

variant

Armor availability and encumbrance; not universal protection or experience marker

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-foo

Observer / radio / headquarters party

sov

Fire direction and communications

new-role

Commander and radio operator workload; no omniscient spotting

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-medical

Medical / evacuation detachment

sov

Casualty care and transport

new-role

Wounded movement and dedicated transport if implemented

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-bs3

100-mm BS-3 field/anti-tank gun

sov

Heavy direct and indirect fire

new-weapon

Army-level allocation candidate; weight, towing and ammunition limits

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-ml20

On-map 152-mm ML-20

sov

Gun-howitzer artillery

representation

Existing off-map 152/ISU-152 are not a towed ML-20 model

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-a19

122-mm A-19 corps gun

sov

Long-range heavy artillery

new-weapon

Not existing M-30 howitzer; different carriage, charges and handling

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-aa85

85-mm 52-K AA gun

sov

Heavy AA / conditional ground fire

new-weapon

Fire-control equipment, crew and towing

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-mt13

160-mm M1943 mortar

sov

Heavy breech-loaded mortar

new-weapon

Breech-loading cycle and very heavy bomb handling

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-b4

203-mm B-4 howitzer

sov

Heavy siege artillery

new-weapon

Slow emplacement and specialist towing; exceptional mission asset

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P3

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-bm31

BM-31-12 rocket launcher

sov

300-mm rocket salvo

new-weapon

Distinct rack, supply and reload burden from BM-13

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-su85

SU-85 tank destroyer

sov

85-mm fixed-mount gun

new-model

Hull traverse and limited gun arc; no spare passenger assumed

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-isu122

ISU-122 / S variant

sov

122-mm gun

variant

Choose separate-loading gun and actual breech/version, not just barrel swap

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-t3476

Retained T-34/76

sov

76.2-mm gun

variant

Older turret workload; reserve candidate, not guaranteed guards issue

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-t70

T-70 light tank

sov

45-mm gun

new-model

Commander workload limits; reserve/recon issue must be verified

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-m4a2

Lend-Lease M4A2(76)W candidate

sov

76-mm gun, MGs

shared-model

Soviet-specific diesel/weapon fit, manuals and logistics

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-valentine

Retained Valentine candidate

sov

2-pounder or 6-pounder by mark

shared-model

Exact surviving variant and unit required; low-priority reserve

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P3

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-t44

T-44 early-production candidate

sov

85-mm gun

new-model

Production does not prove German deployment; special reserve/redeployment branch only

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P3

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-tractor

Artillery tractor family

sov

Heavy-gun towing

new-model

Select tractor by gun weight and dated issue; not generic truck substitution

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-bridging

Engineer bridge / assault boat detachment

sov

River crossing

new-mechanic

Load class, assembly, tow and crossing controls

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-yak

Yak-3 / Yak-9 variants

sov

Fighter cannon and MGs

new-model

Separate variants and ammunition; squadron issue unresolved

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-la5

La-5FN

sov

Fighter cannon

variant

Separate performance/airframe from existing La-7

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-il2

Il-2 late variant

sov

Ground attack cannon, rockets, bombs

new-model

Crew positions and actual loadout; existing Il-10 is not interchangeable

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-pe2

Pe-2

sov

Tactical bombing

new-model

Crew and bomb profile; mission-level support

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-tu2

Tu-2

sov

Medium/tactical bombing

new-model

Specific 1946 aviation unit and availability required

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

sov-li2

Li-2 transport

sov

Troops / supply

shared-model

Distinct from armed attack aircraft; variant and cargo mechanics

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

us-rifles

US rifle / weapons squads

us

M1 rifle, BAR, carbines, Thompson/M3

national-card

National small-arms art/audio and squad structure; not British reskin

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

us-mg

M1919 / M2 support teams

us

Medium / heavy MG

new-weapon

Separate mounts, ammunition and crew; vehicle reuse where available

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

us-bazooka

Bazooka team

us

M1A1/M9-family anti-tank launcher

new-weapon

Choose actual issued model, ammunition and backblast clearance

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

us-mortars

60-mm / 81-mm / 4.2-inch mortar teams

us

Light through heavy indirect fire

new-weapon

Separate models and ballistic/crew profiles; do not merge into one weapon

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

us-recoilless

57-mm / 75-mm recoilless teams

us

M18 / M20 recoilless gun candidates

new-weapon

Period and unit issue verification; backblast and distinct ammunition

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

us-sherman

M4 75 / 76 / 105 families

us

Tank gun or assault howitzer

shared-model

Select hull/engine/turret per unit; not every Sherman is Firefly

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Formation context only; not equipment-level confirmation unless noted.

P1

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

us-pershing

M26 Pershing

us

90-mm gun

new-model

Limited unit availability; no 90-mm Centurion substitution

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

us-chaffee

M24 Chaffee

us

75-mm light tank gun

new-model

Recon/light armor role and Constabulary timing

candidate: exact variant, 1946 issue and establishment require confirmation

Cited period equipment precedent plus formation context; exact campaign issue remains unverified.

P2

Verify named 1946 parent, variant, crew establishment, ammunition and transport; then choose a minimal gameplay representation.

Related existing weapon/role/model foundation only; not proof the candidate variant is already implemented.

us-stuart

M5A1 Stuart

us