Robots are hulking automations with limited scope for tactical manoeuvres, but which incorporate good armour and formidable combat ability. Power Fists smash the enemy at close quarters, and Autocannons and Heavy Bolters cut them down at range.
Faction: Adeptus Mechanicus
Rapier
The Rapier is a stationary laser weapon originally designed to defend against armoured vehicles, though recent variants provide different tactical options.
Lunar Class Cruiser
The Lunar Class Cruiser has Orbital Bombardment capability, and a focused pin-point attack useful for taking out War Engines. Careful consideration should be given as to whether a super heavy tank would prove more cost effective.
Emperor Class Battleship
An Emperor Class Battleship has a large Orbital Bombardment attack that can devastate entire formations of infantry and vehicles. It’s essentially a one-shot weapon and the predetermined co-ordinates of the attack should be considered carefully, otherwise it will be wasted.
Bruenhilde
A Bruenhilde (aka Tractor) is a small towing vehicle used to get artillery guns into position. It has limited armour and anti-infantry capability.
Siegfried Light Tank
The Siegfried Light Tank is a reasonably fast vehicle used for scouting and light skirmishing missions.
Heavy AA Platform
The Heavy AA platform is an immobile artillery gun that can target enemy aircraft at considerable range. It can also be used to destroy infantry and armour.
Earthshaker Platform
The Imperial Guard Earthshaker Platform is a stationary artillery gun with an extremely long range. It lobs shells in a high arc, and does not need line of sight to its target.
Thudd Gun
Thudd Guns (aka Light Artillery) are quad barrelled artillery weapons that are useful for pounding enemy positions from behind cover.
Snipers
Imperial Guard Snipers are excellent for taking out enemy targets of high importance. They can also provide a useful screen to protect against assaults on valuable friendly units.