Russian Ground Forces
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| Theaters | Eastern Europe: Fool's Road, Gorodok, Mestia, Narva, Yehorivka Middle East: Mutaha Nahost: Mutaha Nord Amerika: Goose Bay, Nanisivik Nordamerika: Manicouagan Nordeuropa: Skorpo North America: Goose Bay, Manicouagan, Nanisivik Northern Europe: Skorpo Osteuropa: Fool's Road, Gorodok, Mestia, Narva, Yehorivka Southern Asia: Chora, Kokan, Lashkar Valley, Logar Valley Südasien: Chora, Kokan, Lashkar Valley, Logar Valley |
| Uniform | Digital Russian Camouflage ("EMR") |
| “ | The land component of the Russian military. Formed after the fall of the Soviet Union from elements of the old Soviet Army, today's Russian army is a highly professional and technologically modern fighting force capable of rapid overseas deployment. | „ |
| ~ In-game description |
The Russian Ground Forces is a playable faction featured in Squad. This faction is the second conventional army featured in the game.
History
After the Soviet Union collapsed, the military force of the newly-created Russian Federation was in a state of neglect. The Russian Armed Forces (RAF) was created, succeeding the dissolved Soviet Army as the main army of the Russian Federation. A branch of the RAF, the Russian Ground Forces (RGF) focuses on ground warfare. The RGF is highly trained and prepared and is tasked with the protection of state borders, the security of occupied territories, and distinction at land combat.
Flag
The flag of the Russian Ground Forces shown in Squad is the Russian Tricolor; consisting of three equal horizontal fields with white on top, blue on the middle, and red on the bottom.
Kits and equipment
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Command and Support |
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Direct Combat |
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Fire Support |
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Machine Gunner |
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In-game equipment
The Russian Ground Forces uses a diversity of equipment ranging from the Soviet era to the present, which has been tried and tested and is available in great numbers. Optics are available but are not as advanced as their contemporaries in the US Army or fellow VDV.
Russian vehicle lineup is expansive, covering most weapon configurations in different weight classes. Most Russian ground forces vehicles make use of stadiametric rangefinders due to their antiquity. Digital rangefinders can only be found on the modernized T-72B3 and Tigr-M RWS.
Weapons
Small Arms
- AK-74M - Short Rifle
- AKS-74U - Carbine
- RPK-74M - Automatic Rifle
- PKP Pecheneg - Medium Machine Gun
- SVDM - Designated Marksman Rifle
- MP443 Grach - Pistol
Grenades and Launchers
- RGD5 - Fragmentation Grenade
- RDG2 - Smoke Grenade
- GP-25 - Underbarrel Grenade Launcher
- RPG-7V2 - Rocket Launcher
- RPG-26 - Rocket Launcher
- RPG-28 - Rocket Launcher
Emplacements
- NSV - Heavy Machine Gun
- 9M133 Kornet - Anti-Tank Guided Missile Launcher
- Podnos 82mm - Mortar
Equipment
- AK74 Bayonet - Melee Weapon
- MPL50 Spade - Shovel
- TM62 - Anti-Tank Mine
- SZ-1 - Explosive
- Russian Field Binoculars - Binoculars
Vehicles
Land Vehicles
- 5350 Transport Truck - Truck
- 5350 Logistics Truck - Truck
- Tigr-M Kord - Light Vehicle
- Tigr-M Kord RWS - Light Vehicle
- BRDM-2 - Scout Car
- BRDM-2 Spandrel - Tank Hunter
- BTR-80 - Armored Personnel Carrier
- MT-LB Logistics - Armored Personnel Carrier
- MT-LB PKT - Armored Personnel Carrier
- MT-LB VMK - Armored Personnel Carrier
- MT-LBM 6MA - Armored Personnel Carrier
- MT-LBM 6MB - Infantry Fighting Vehicle
- BTR-82A - Infantry Fighting Vehicle
- BMP-2 - Infantry Fighting Vehicle
- T-72B3 - Main Battle Tank
Boats
- RHIB Transport - Boat
- RHIB Logistics - Boat
- RHIB PKP - Boat
- RHIB NSV - Boat
Air Supports
- Mi-8 Hip - Helicopter
- Pchela-1T UAV* - Reconnaissance Drone
- SU-25 Grach* - Close Air Support
*Commander Asset
Units
 6th Separate Tank Brigade | |||
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| The 6th Separate Tank Brigade stands as a formidable heavy armor brigade within the Russian Ground Forces, serving as an integral component of the 1st Guards Tank Army. This brigade is characterized by its proficiency in heavy armored warfare, primarily deploying the battle-tested T-72B3 main battle tanks. Renowned for its combat effectiveness and firepower, the 6th Tank Brigade plays a critical role in bolstering the nation's defense capabilities. | |||
 Armored |
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49th Combined Arms Army | |||
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| Originally activated in 1941, the 49th Combined Arms Army stands as a formidable component of the Russian Ground Forces, playing a pivotal role within the Southern Military District. Headquartered in Stavropol, this army boasts a diverse array of fighting elements, including infantry, combat engineer, armor, and artillery brigades. Its rich history is marked by contributions to various conflicts and operations, reflecting its adaptability and combat prowess. | |||
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1398th Separate Reconnaissance Battalion | |||
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| The 1398th Separate Reconnaissance Battalion of the Russian Ground Forces is a highly specialized light infantry unit, dedicated to reconnaissance and intelligence-gathering missions. Renowned for its mobility and adaptability, this battalion excels in operating in diverse and challenging terrains. Its reconnaissance teams play a crucial role in gathering vital information and providing valuable situational awareness to support wider military operations. | |||
 Light Infantry |
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3rd Motor Rifle Brigade | |||
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| The Russian Ground Forces' 3rd Motor Rifle Brigade is a highly mobile and versatile mechanized infantry unit specializing in motorized operations. Its primary focus is on utilizing BTR-80 and BTR-82 armored personnel carriers, which provide both mobility and protection for the troops. This brigade plays a crucial role in modern warfare scenarios, with the ability to swiftly deploy and maneuver across different terrains. | |||
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78th Detached Logistics Brigade | |||
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| A logistics brigade in Russian Ground Forces is engaged in ensuring the combat readiness of troops and forces: maintaining and delivering material resources; repair of weapons and military equipment, refueling vehicles. The task of the logistics formations is to advance in front of the troops, to ensure their advance on the route, movement, crossings, if necessary, to carry out the evacuation and repair work of damaged armored vehicles with the help of mobile workshops. | |||
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336th Guards Naval Infantry Brigade | |||
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| The 336th Guards Naval Infantry Brigade is a highly esteemed and battle-tested unit within the Russian Naval Infantry. Renowned for its combat proficiency and dedication, this brigade has a rich history of service. Specializing in amphibious warfare, it excels in conducting rapid deployments, beach landings, and littoral operations. The brigade's versatile capabilities make it a vital asset for the Russian Navy, enabling it to respond effectively to a wide range of maritime and coastal security challenges. | |||
 Amphibious Assault |
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Gallery
Full Release
Russians in Gorodok
Alpha 10
Squad Leader in Alpha v10
New Russian vehicles of Alpha v9
Pre-Alpha
Comparison between a Russian soldier and an old version of the American soldier
Russian infantry with AK-74 rifles and a SVD sniper rifle
See also
Trivia
- The Russian Ground Forces models are based off of the 'Little Green Men / Polite People' of the 2014 Crimean Crisis and subsequent annexation of Crimea into the Russian Federation. Because of this, the soldier models are equipped with TRACT-branded (Based on the real-life Osprey 'Track' goggles) goggles that the soldiers would have bought themselves as eye protection was not standard-issue.
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