U.S. Chemical Mortar Team, WWII--32 figures in 8 poses--FOUR IN STOCK.
$12.95
Item Number: MAF72146
U.S. Chemical Mortar Team, WWII
While the U.S. Army widely used the standard 60 mm and 81 mm mortars in World War II, there was another model that also saw considerable use: the 107 mm (4.2 inch) M2. This was specifically designed for use by Chemical Warfare units to deliver gas (which was not done in World War II) and white phosphorus. The latter was used primarily to create smoke screens, which could hide troop movements from the enemy, and also effectively blind enemy tank crews, and this was very widely used in all theatres. First used in combat in Sicily in July 1943, a high explosive round was also manufactured for this mortar, and while the standard mortars also had white phosphorus (‘Willie Pete’) ammunition options, the M2 remained an important addition to infantry actions, particularly in areas such as jungle where artillery was very difficult to deploy.
Note: Figures are supplied unpainted.
Date Released: 2026
Contents: 32 figures in 8 poses
Material: Plastic (medium consistency)
Color: Light Grey
Average Height: 24 mm (= 1.73 m)
Released in JANUARY 2026.
Received at Hobby Bunker in APRIL 2026.
