Belgian Bicycle Troop

Belgium, Soldier, 1940

ATT inf 8/6/-
ATT veh 2/-/-
Cost 4.00
Def 4/4
Speed 1

Close Assault 6
This unit has an attack value of 6 against Vehicles in its hex. This attack ignores cover.

High Gear 2
If this unit makes its entire move along a road, it gets +2 speed.

Set Early War, 2/50 u

 

Special Abilities Errata & FAQ

Close Assault 6

This unit has an attack value of 6 against Vehicles in its hex. This attack ignores cover.

Q: Can a Solder perform a Close Assault while loaded on a Vehicle with Fighting Platform?
A: Yes. Close Assault can be used without dismounting, if the transport has Fighting Platform.

High Gear 2

If this unit makes its entire move along a road, it gets +2 speed.

Q: If a Vehicle with High Gear moves entirely on the road using its' High Gear ability and speed, does it get the road bonus?
A: Yes.

Q: Bicycle Troops get High Gear 2, so is the first movement along the road free? Can they move 4 along the road?
A: No, because bicycle troops are classed as Soldiers. Only Vehicles get the normal road bonus.