Soviet Winter Infantry Box Set – 40 Miniatures | Bolt Action | Warlord Games
Soviet Winter Infantry Box Set
Conquer The Frozen Front!
Lead your winter-equipped Soviet forces through the harshest conditions of the Eastern Front with this 40-model infantry box set.
❄️ Masters of Winter Warfare! When the German army crashed over the Russian border in 1941, Hitler was confident of a short, sharp campaign. He nearly got one, but heroic defence by the massive Soviet armies slowed the Nazi advance. It was done by the simple private soldier, "Ivan" as the Germans called him. Brave, solid, and loyal, these soldiers endured dreadful battle conditions.
Winter Warfare Specialists
The bitter fighting in Finland had taught some hard lessons to the Red Army where thousands of their men fell victim to frostbite. The cold weather kit later issued was warm and comfortable, frequently padded or quilted, and was much envied by the German troops shivering in thin overcoats.
These tough men could lie out in the snow for hours before making their attacks. Urrah!
Winter Warfare Advantages
The Soviet forces turned the harsh Russian winter into a powerful ally against the unprepared German invaders.
- Superior Cold Weather Equipment - Padded and quilted uniforms provided excellent insulation
- Winter Camouflage - White winter uniforms allowed troops to blend with snowy terrain
- Cold Weather Training - Soviet troops were trained to operate in extreme cold
- Snow Mobility - Skis and specialized equipment allowed movement across frozen terrain
- Winter Tactics - Specialized ambush and assault tactics developed for snow conditions
Kit Contents
📦 This Comprehensive Box Contains:
- 40 Highly-Detailed Plastic Soviet Winter Infantry Miniatures
- Authentic Winter Uniform Details including padded clothing, fur hats and snow camo
- 25mm Round Plastic Bases for all models
- Historical Background Leaflet with painting guides
- Multiple Weapon Options for battlefield versatility
Winter War Timeline
Operation Typhoon Stalls
German advance on Moscow halts as winter sets in. Unprepared German forces suffer greatly from the extreme cold while Soviet winter-equipped troops counterattack.
Battle for Moscow
Soviet winter counteroffensive pushes German forces back from Moscow in temperatures reaching -40°C. First major German defeat of the war.
Winter Equipment Upgrades
After lessons from the Finnish War, padded "telogreika" jackets and proper winter uniforms become standard issue for Red Army troops.
Stalingrad Encirclement
Winter-equipped Soviet forces encircle German 6th Army at Stalingrad while German troops suffer tremendously from cold and lack of winter gear.
Winter Offensives
Soviet forces launch multiple winter offensives, exploiting their advantage in cold-weather operations and equipment.
Winter Uniform Comparison
| Feature | Soviet Winter Uniform | German Winter Uniform |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Garment | Quilted "Telogreika" jacket and pants | Standard greatcoat with limited winter supplements |
| Head Protection | Ushanka fur hat with ear flaps | Wool cap with limited ear protection |
| Insulation | Cotton padding and wool liners | Minimal additional layers |
| Camouflage | White snow cape/oversuit available | Limited white camouflage (often improvised) |
| Foot Protection | Valenki felt boots and foot wraps | Standard leather boots (inadequate for extreme cold) |
Authentic Weapon Selection
🔫 Arm Your Forces With Historically Accurate Weapons:
| Weapon | Winter Adaptations | Game Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Mosin Nagant Rifle | Functioned reliably in extreme cold; gloves could fit in trigger guard | Standard infantry weapon with bayonet option |
| PPSh-41 SMG | Simple mechanics worked in snow conditions; common with assault units | High rate of fire ideal for winter assault tactics |
| PPS-43 SMG | Simplified design specifically meant for cold weather reliability | Lightweight option for winter mobility |
| PPD-40 SMG | Early war design, less common but still effective in winter | Historic early-war option for winter troops |
| DP-28 LMG | Large parts made operation with gloves possible; special lubricants for cold | Excellent suppressive fire support for winter attacks |
| PTRD Anti-tank Rifle | Difficult to operate in extreme cold; required special handling | Anti-vehicle capability for winter operations |
| Rifle Grenade Launcher | Added range for winter assaults across open snow fields | Provides explosive support at longer ranges |
| Captured Panzerfaust | German weapon captured and used by Soviet troops | Close-range anti-tank capability |
Winter Tactical Applications
❄️ Winter Battlefield Deployment Suggestions:
Snow Infiltration
White-camouflaged troops advance across snow fields to get behind enemy lines. Soviet winter troops excelled at stealth approaches through snowy terrain.
Frozen Lake Crossings
Soviet troops would cross frozen lakes and rivers to outflank German positions or attack from unexpected directions.
Winter Ambushes
Troops concealed in snowbanks would wait for hours before ambushing German patrols or supply lines. Their winter gear made this possible.
Night Assaults
The long winter nights allowed Soviet forces to conduct surprise attacks under cover of darkness, with white camouflage providing additional concealment.
Ski Troops
Specialized ski units could rapidly deploy across snow-covered terrain, achieving mobility that
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