NVA Vehicles
BM21
This large truck carries a potent weapon: a multiple missile calliope. It can quickly deliver a barrage of missiles to a target within its somewhat limited range. It can also tow an M46 artillery cannon, setting up for a lethal combo attack.
BTR 60
The BTR 60 is an amphibious troop transport with one roof-mounted machine gun and two hatches for armed passengers. Add in the driver and two enclosed passengers, and the BTR 60 can carry a total of six soldiers into battle over land or water.
M46
The 130mm M46 artillery cannon delivers a blast with a large splash area. Troops can transport the cannon around the battlefield by towing it behind a BM21 or a BTR 60. A soldier operating the M46 is exposed, but the idea is to not let any enemies get close enough for that to matter.
Mi 8
The Mi 8 is an assault helicopter as well as a troop transport. It is basically a converted civilian transport helicopter and is thus not as heavily armored nor as agile as its US counterpart. Still, with four pod-mounted missile launchers, it is not to be taken lightly.
Mi 8 Cargo
This versatile vehicle can transport up to six soldiers at a time, plus re-supply troops on the ground. Its rear door has been removed to allow passengers to provide cover fire for the helicopter with their own handheld weapons.
MiG-17
Primarily a defensive interceptor, the MiG-17 is a fairly agile and utilitarian fighter jet. Its single-seat, single-engine design features swept-back wings introduced on the MiG-15 and based on German research from World War II.
MiG-21
With machine guns and conventional missiles, the MiG-21 is a formidable force in the skies above Vietnam. This simple, low-cost interceptor is highly maneuverable and forms the backbone of the NVA air force. Launched into service in 1958, it would become the most widely produced jet fighter ever.
PT-76
Another tank with a main gun (76mm), co-axial machine gun, and roof-mounted machine gun, the PT-76 separates itself from the other tanks on the battlefield by being amphibious. This versatility makes up for its relatively light armor and slow speed.
T-54
The Soviet T-54 tank is a medium-sized tank falling somewhere in between the Sheridan and the Patton in size. Like those US tanks, the T-54 is a triple threat with its 100mm main gun, co-axial machine gun, and roof-mounted machine gun. It is more stable and heavily armored than the Sheridan, but not as up-to-date in its design as the Patton.
UAZ 469
The UAZ 469 is the NVA`s answer to the MUTT. It can carry the driver, a front-seat passenger, and a gunner. However, instead of a missile launcher mounted on its rear deck, the UAZ has a conventional machine gun.
Scooter
A basic two-wheeled transport, good for moving you and one passenger around the battlefield. Both driver and passenger are fully exposed, but the passenger can fire his handheld weapon for a bit of protection.
ZSU 57 2
Two large 57mm flak guns pointed skyward make this tank the scourge of enemy aircraft. The driver is well protected but can fire no weapons. The flak gunner is exposed, but a third, open-air passenger can provide some cover fire for him with his own handheld weapons.
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