Warlord Games US Airborne Starter Army: Elite Late-War Paratroopers for Bolt Action V3

Immortalized in film and history, the “Screaming Eagles” and “All Americans” are ready to drop into your next tabletop campaign. ThisUS Airborne Starter Armyis a premium28mm (1/56 scale)collection representing battle-hardened fighting men in theM-43 paratrooper uniform. Specifically optimized forBolt Action: Third Edition (V3), this set provides a high-mobility, elite force capable of spearheading Operation Market Garden, the Battle of the Bulge, or the final crossing of the Rhine into Germany.

Elite Airborne Tactics

In the currentV3 ruleset, the US Airborne are among the most versatile infantry units in the game. Known for their high morale and superior fire discipline, these paratroopers utilize the new Third EditionLeadership mechanicsandPlatoon Selectorsto excel in aggressive, objective-based missions. Whether you are fielding the 101st, 82nd, or 17th Airborne, this starter force provides the “Fire and Maneuver” specialists needed to break even the most entrenched fascist defenses.

Complete Starter Army Contents

This high-value boxed set includes everything required to field a reinforced Airborne Platoon:

• 36 Multi-Pose US Airborne Infantry (Plastic):Customize your squads with Garand rifles, Thompson SMGs, and BARs.
• 4 US Airborne HQ Figures (Metal):Includes Officers and Medics to lead your elite paratroopers.
• 1 .50 Cal HMG Team (Metal):The legendary “Ma Deuce” providing devastating heavy fire support.
• 1 Medium Mortar Team (Metal):Essential for suppressive indirect fire against hidden threats.
• 1 57mm Anti-Tank Gun (Metal):A specialized, high-velocity AT asset to neutralize enemy armor.
• Hobby Assets:Full-color waterslide decal sheets, plastic bases, and assembly

Recommended Paints & Finishes

To achieve a historically grounded look for your paratroopers, we recommend these professional hobby essentials:

• The M-43 Uniforms:AK Interactive US Uniform Set– Features the specific Olive Drab #7 and Khaki tones used for late-war airborne gear.
• Webbing & Gear:The Army Painter Fanatic: Skeleton Bone– Perfect for high-contrast highlights on gaiters and webbing.
• The Finish:AK Interactive Ultra Matte Varnish– Essential for removing the “plastic shine” and providing a rugged battlefield finish.
• The Base:Krautcover Scenics: European EarthorHedgerow Scrub– Ideal for simulating the bocage of Normandy or the forests of the Ardennes.