Radioman (South Vietnam)

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Radioman
Factions United States Army (US Army)

United States Marine Corps (USMC)

Australian Army (ANZAC)

Army Of The Republic Of Vietnam (ARVN)

With their portable radio, the Radioman provides a mobile way for Commanders to call in their abilities. Both Radiomen and the Commander must be conscious of each other's whereabouts on the battlefield. When not needed, they can play the role of a typical Rifleman, except that they carry smoke rather than grenades.

Gameplay Details


The Radioman's purpose is to act like the portable radio for the Commander, allowing the Commander to be closer to the front of the battle. Both the Commander and the Radioman require effective cooperation and communication in order to achieve the best results. Without communication, the Radioman will often serve no other purpose than being another Rifleman. With a Radioman, he can be used by the Commander anywhere on the map without restrictions; the advantages of a Radioman not only includes be portable anywhere, but can be used in areas in which are safe away from combat or when a static radio is unavailable to too far away. When the Commander uses the Radioman, he is given 25 points for each request (excluding force respawn, ambush, and cancel). The Radioman is also provided with smoke grenades and can contribute to advances on an objective, providing visual cover.

Characteristics


United States

The Radioman carries a AN/PRC-77 radio transceiver on his back along with two other canteens. A couple of ammo pouches are seen on him. A pair of dog tags can be seen worn when shirtless.

Australian Forces

The Radioman carries a AN/PRC-77 radio transceiver on his back along with two other canteens. A couple of ammo pouches and a pistol holster are seen on him. A rag can be seen worn around his neck.

Equipment


United States Army

Primaries (Slot 1) Secondaries (Slot 2) Equipment (Slot 3) Equipment (Slot 4)
M16A1 M1911A1 (Squad Leader) M8 Smoke Binoculars (Squad Leader)
M14 M18 Smoke (Squad Leader)
XM177E1

United States Marines

Primaries (Slot 1) Secondaries (Slot 2) Equipment (Slot 3) Equipment (Slot 4)
M14 M1911A1 (Squad Leader) M8 Smoke x2 Binoculars (Squad Leader)
M3A1 M1917 (Squad Leader) M18 Smoke (Squad Leader)
M37 Ithaca

Australian Army

Primaries (Slot 1) Secondaries (Slot 2) Equipment (Slot 3) Equipment (Slot 4)
L1A1 Browning Hi-Power (Squad Leader) M8 Smoke Binoculars (Squad Leader)
Owen M18 Smoke (Squad Leader)

Army of the Republic of Vietnam

Primaries (Slot 1) Secondaries (Slot 2) Equipment (Slot 3) Equipment (Slot 4)
M16A1 M1911A1 (Squad Leader) M8 Smoke Binoculars (Squad Leader)
M1 Garand M18 Smoke (Squad Leader)
M2 Carbine

Trivia


  • During early builds of the game, it was possible for the enemy commander to use the radioman.
  • Realistically, the AN/PRC-77 Portable Transceiver would weigh about 6.2 kg (13.75 lb).

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