Bolt Action: Italian Army & Blackshirts (Eng)

Although Mussolini boasted of millions of bayonets ready for battle, the reality was different. The Italian army consisted of a mix of conscripts with varying equipment and motivation – but in several battles in North Africa and on the Eastern Front, they still proved to be effective forces.

This plastic box allows you to assemble a versatile force of Italian infantry and Blackshirts militia, with great variation in both weapons and appearance.

Contents:

• 30 plastic infantry (28 mm)

• Decal sheet

• Assembly guide

Weapons included:

• Carcano M91/41 rifle

• M91/38 cavalry carbine (with folding bayonet)

• M38A Beretta SMG

• Carcano M38 carbine

• Beretta M1934 pistol

• Breda M30 light machine gun

Equipment & variation:

• Multiple uniform types (M37/M40 as well as Sahariana smock)

• Headgear including:

  • M33 steel helmet

  • Bustina cap

  • M1935 tropical helmet

  • Blackshirt fez (soft and hard)

• Extras such as gas masks, bayonets, knives, goggles, etc.

Features:

• High degree of customization and variation

• Can represent both Regio Esercito and Blackshirts (Camicie Nere)

• Perfect for historical battles in multiple theaters during World War II

An ideal set for players and collectors looking for flexible, historically inspired, and detailed Italian forces for their wargames.