If you love Team Yankee’s pace but want earlier Cold War flavor, this hits hard. Checkpoint Charlie drops you into late sixties Europe as tensions finally snap.
Moreover, it slots straight into the World War III rules with light period tweaks. It also cross plays with ’Nam and Fate of a Nation without fuss. Consequently, you can stage wild NATO versus Pact matchups and keep the engine familiar.
What the Book Delivers and How It Plays
The supplement covers the European theater with full forces and formations. You will find heavy tanks, mechanised infantry, recon, artillery, aircraft, and air defense. Moreover, it uses the World War III: Team Yankee rulebook and mission packs. A few added rules capture the era’s quirks without slowing play. Therefore, veterans onboard quickly while newcomers get a clean runway.
British Formations: Chieftain Kings, Centurion Veterans, and Conqueror Heavies
The British field six formations that mix muscle and flexibility. The Chieftain Armoured Squadron anchors two to four tank troops with a brutal L11 120mm gun. Moreover, it folds in FV432 mounted Swingfire missiles for long reach, plus Scorpion recce and an Abbot battery. The tank carries serious armor and accurate fire, yet still maneuvers well tactically. Consequently, it covers roles that once needed both Centurions and Conquerors.
Some regiments still ride the proven Centurion with the L7 105mm. The Centurion Squadron mirrors the same structure, then adds a Conqueror troop for extreme anti tank punch. Additionally, there is a full Conqueror Squadron option built around the heavy 120mm L1. The gun destroys anything at range, although its two part rounds slow loading. All three squadrons bring Abbot self propelled guns for smoke and indirect bite.
Infantry and Recon: FV432 Boxes, Saracen Vets, and Fast Eyes Forward
British infantry in Germany are fully mechanised in FV432s or older Saracens. A Mechanised Company runs two or three platoons with strong in built firepower. Moreover, platoons stack L7 GPMGs, a 2 inch mortar, and three Carl Gustavs. Short range anti tank comes from 66mm HEAT rockets that squads can carry. The FV432 brings NBC protection, a pintle GPMG, and flexible carrier variants. Meanwhile, Saracen APCs still see service in secondary roles and carry eight soldiers plus a commander.
Recon comes two ways and both are very British. The Wheeled Recce Squadron pairs Saladin armored cars with Ferret scouts. Moreover, some Ferrets mount Vigilant missiles to scare off heavier armor. A Saracen Support Troop brings infantry to clear or hold key ground. The Tracked Recce Squadron fields Scorpions with 76mm guns and a Spartan Support Troop. Consequently, recce screens can probe, ambush, and feed targets to the main body.
Support and Models: Air, Missiles, and a Starter That Just Works
British forces can call Fox or Scimitar recce, Malkara guided weapons, and M109 artillery. Moreover, there is a Rapier battery for air defense and an FV432 FOO to spot. Air power arrives with F-4 Phantom close support and even American Cobra gunships. You can also bolt on Allied or Formation Support from any NATO partner. Consequently, lists tune easily for missiles, shells, or fast air pressure.
Everything you need lands across existing Battlefront ranges and new releases. The Centurion Armoured Squadron starter is a perfect first purchase. It includes plastic tanks, self propelled guns, anti tank, and recon with decals. Additionally, a code unlocks British forces on the new Forces website and the full digital book. The first releases arrive October 25, with the range expanding through November. Therefore, you can build lists online, print unit cards, and hit the table fast.
Summary
Checkpoint Charlie hands British commanders tough tanks, versatile infantry, and sharp recon. Chieftains dominate gun duels, while Centurions and Conquerors add seasoned bite. Moreover, FV432 companies and Scorpion screens stitch the battle plan together. Support choices then layer missiles, artillery, and air to taste. Consequently, the faction feels authentic, flexible, and very playable out of the box.
If you want late sixties tension with crisp gameplay, this is your stop. Paint the drab greens, load the L11, and roll for contact along the inner German border. Moreover, with digital tools and a strong starter, onboarding feels painless. So choose your squadron, plot your smoke, and push the line. History pauses, the clock is ticking, and your Chieftains are ready.
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