- For the Steel Division II unit see SD2:Univ. Carrier (Can)
Univ. Carrier is a Canadian Transport unit used to transport infantry and even anti-tank guns. Its combat capacity is modest, but it provides a reliable way to support infantry units against enemy infantry.
Overview[ | ]
Derived from the Carden-Lloyd family of tankettes, the Universal Carrier was one of the most ubiquitous fighting vehicles of the British Commonwealth and, at 113,000 built, the most produced armored fighhting vehicle in history.
The Carrier was designed in 1934, by Vickers-Armstrong, and accepted in limited line service in 1936. However, it wasn't until 1940 that the final Universal design was implemented, becoming the most widespread of Universal Carrier models, powered by an 85 hp Ford V8 petrol engine with a Horstmann suspension giving it excellent maneuverability.
The Carrier was used in a multitude of variants thanks to its ubiquity. The default version had a single Bren gun and enough space for a troop of soldiers.
Universal Carriers in the 3rd Canadian Infantry were used in the Infantry Battalion's carrier platoons. Equipped with 13 Universal carriers the Carrier Platoon served as transportation of supplies, personal and munitions, casualty evacuation, reconnaissance and fire support.
4th Canadian Armoured had The Lake Superior Regiment serving as their Motor Battalion. Like their British counterparts The Lake Superior Regiment had a Scout platoon in each Motor Company.
Strategy[ | ]
A solid anti-personnel platform, particularly in phase A, when you can use it against enemy infantry and artillery with relative impunity - provided you keep it away from enemy anti-tank weapons. Aside from being a minor support unit, it can also transport infantry and anti-tank guns. Another use for the carrier is to use it as a lead unit to check the strength of enemy positions, drawing fire while more pricey units follow in its wake.
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