Sapper squad (Soviet)

Description

Soviet sappers were combat engineers who performed various tasks during World War II. They built defensive positions, cleared mines, and constructed bridges. They also trained other engineers for the Red Army.

One of the main roles of the sappers was to create fortifications for the Soviet troops. This included digging trenches, building bunkers, and erected obstacles. The sappers often worked in harsh conditions and under enemy fire. They had to plan and execute their projects quickly and efficiently. For example, they built the Mozhaysk Line, a series of fortifications that helped slow down the German advance on Moscow in 1941.

Another important role of the sappers was to clear minefields. They used metal detectors, probes, and dogs to locate and defuse explosives. Sappers also laid mines to hinder the enemy movement. For instance, they mined the approaches to Stalingrad, where they fought alongside the infantry in the city.

A third role of the sappers was to build bridges across rivers and canals. Depending on the situation, the sappers used rafts, pontoons, and timber to construct temporary or permanent crossings. In addition to potential enemy fire, they also had to deal with strong currents, ice, and mud.

The unit comprises consisting 1x NCO, 5x sappers.

• Model: Sapper squad
• Country/Army: Soviet
• Dimension (mm) (WxLxH): 28mm
• Material: UV Cured resin
• Original Designer: Mr3DPrint
• Painted by: MarDav Miniatures
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly. 
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown.

• Photos and dimensions are at 28mm unless noted otherwise.
• All dimensions are complete with weapons unless otherwise stated.
• Other scales and dimensions may be available upon request.