T-34/76 model 1941, USSR, WWII

The T-34/76 Model 1941 was an early version of the legendary T-34 tank , known for its revolutionary combination of sloped armor, powerful armament, and high mobility . This model was one of the first to be produced in large numbers to stop the German invasion of the Soviet Union (Operation Barbarossa) .

With its 76.2 mm gun, the T-34/76 was able to outperform almost all German tanks at the beginning of the war. Its diesel engine and wide tracked chassis also made it extremely off-road capable - a clear advantage on the Eastern Front . Despite initial technical deficiencies and poor coordination in the first years of the war, the T-34/76 proved itself to be the backbone of the Soviet tank forces.

Application areas:

• Operation Barbarossa (1941): First battles against the Wehrmacht.
• Battle of Moscow (1941-42): Important factor in the defense of the Soviet capital.
• Battle of Stalingrad (1942-43): Used in massive tank battles against German attackers.

For which country:

• Soviet Union (USSR)

Classification:

• battle tank

Possible uses in tabletop games:

• Bolt Action: Perfect for scenarios with early Soviet counterattacks.
• Flames of War: Effective for massive tank divisions.
• Chain of Command: Ideal for tactical battles on the Eastern Front.

Technical data:

• Crew: 4 (commander, driver, gunner, loader)
• Length: 6.68 m
• Width: 3.00 m
• Height: 2.42 m
• Weight: 26.5 tons
• Armor:
  • Front: 45 mm
  • Pages: 40 mm
• Armament:
  • Main armament: 76.2 mm L-11 cannon
  • Secondary armament: 2 × 7.62 mm DT machine guns
• Engine: W-2-34 V12 diesel engine, 500 hp
• Speed: Up to 53 km/h