Leyland Retriever Truck (6x4), Great Britain, WWII

The Leyland Retriever was a versatile 6x4 truck used in large numbers by the British armed forces during World War II . It served as a general-purpose transport vehicle for troops, ammunition, supplies and artillery pieces , and was one of the British Army's main logistical mainstays.

With its robust construction and high load-bearing capacity, the Leyland Retriever was designed for use in difficult terrain conditions. It was used in the invasion of Normandy , the North African campaign and in Italy , among other things.

Application areas:

• African campaign (1941-1943): Supply of the British 8th Army in North Africa.
• Operation Overlord (1944): Troop and supply transport during the invasion of Normandy.
• Western Front & Italy (1943-1945): Logistical support for British and Allied forces.

For which country:

• Great Britain (UK)

Classification:

• half-track vehicles & transporters

Possible uses in tabletop games:

• Bolt Action: Perfect for supply scenarios and troop transport.
• Flames of War: Essential for British armies with realistic logistics.
• Chain of Command: Ideal for missions involving supply convoys and tactical resupply operations.

Technical data:

• Crew: 2-3 men (driver, co-driver, mechanic)
• Length: 6.40 m
• Width: 2.35 m
• Height: 3.05 m
• Weight: 7.5 tons (empty)
• Armor: None (unarmored)
• Armament: None (occasionally with mounted .303 Vickers MG for self-defense)
• Engine: Leyland 6-cylinder petrol engine, 100 hp
• Speed: Up to 50 km/h
• Traction force: Up to 5 tons
• transport capacity:
  • transport of troops & supplies
  • tractor for light artillery