1 / 5Bolt Action: Armies of the Soviet Union, Third Edition
Bolt Action: Armies of the Soviet Union, Third Edition is a 112-page English supplement for players building a Soviet force for Bolt Action. It provides updated special rules, unit profiles and force-selection guides, with options ranging from conscripts to the ZiS-3 and IS-2.
At a glance
- Covers Soviet forces in Bolt Action: Third Edition.
- Includes updated special rules, unit profiles and force-selection guides.
- Describes options from conscripts to the ZiS-3 divisional gun and IS-2 heavy tank.
- Themes its force material around campaigns including Barbarossa, Stalingrad and Berlin.
Reference price: $53.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines rules, unit entries and force-building guidance in one Soviet-focused supplement.
- The described unit range spans infantry and heavy equipment.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Osprey Games |
|---|---|
| Edition | 3rd |
| Publication date | Oct. 21 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 112 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1472863973 |
| Dimensions | 19.05 x 1.02 x 24 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 356 g |
What to know before buying
- This is a rules and army-list supplement, not identified as the core Bolt Action rulebook. The description says it is for Third Edition, so confirm that edition matches the rules you use.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Bolt Action players building or expanding a Soviet force for Third Edition.
- Players looking for Soviet unit profiles and force-selection guidance for WWII tabletop battles.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general history of the Soviet Union rather than a tabletop wargame supplement.
- Players who need the core game rules rather than a faction-specific supplement.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
Is this the core Bolt Action rulebook?
No. The listing describes it as a supplement with Soviet special rules, unit profiles and force-selection guides.
Which game edition is it for?
The title and description specify Bolt Action: Third Edition.
What kinds of Soviet units does it cover?
The description names units ranging from conscripts to the ZiS-3 divisional gun and IS-2 heavy tank.
What is the book's format and length?
The listing specifies an English edition with 112 pages.
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