Games Workshop Tau XV88 Broadside Battlesuit Plastic Kit | 3 Miniatures & Drones

Overview

Meet the Tau Empire’s heavy-hitting support with the XV88 Broadside Battlesuit Plastic Kit. Designed for tabletop thrills, this kit invites you to build three unpainted Broadside models equipped with a formidable rail weapon system, plus agile drones that can augment firepower and battlefield versatility. The models arrive unpainted and require assembly, giving hobbyists a canvas to plan color schemes, weathering, and insignia that match their Tau army.

Each box puts you at the center of immersive sci‑fi skirmishes, where the dynamics of long-range suppression, mobile defense, and coordinated drone support come to life on the table. With a blend of armor, maneuverability, and potent weapons, the XV88 Broadside Battlesuit is positioned as a flexible option for players who enjoy thoughtful positioning and methodical firepower in their battles.

What’s inside the box

• 3 x Broadside miniature figures
• 1 Shield Drone
• 1 Missile Drone
• 91 components
• T'au transfer sheet
• Unpainted plastic miniatures requiring assembly

Key features and use on the tabletop

• Heavy rail rifle threat that can target fortified positions from a safe distance
• Integrated drones add options for defense and supplementary firepower
• Three distinct models provide varied poses and tactical setups
• Transfer sheet enables faction insignia to personalize your army

Playing tips and painting notes

As you assemble and customize these kits, you can plan a cohesive color scheme that highlights Tau armor plates and energy accents. Priming before painting helps emphasize the sculpted lines and battle-worn textures. After assembly, consider simple edge highlighting on edges and subtle shading in panel crevices to bring the models to life on game day.

Why this kit fits a Tau Empire army

The XV88 Broadside Battlesuits offer a versatile heavy support option, pairing long-range fire with drone-assisted defense. The kit’s 91 components allow for detailed builds and varied poses, helping you craft a narrative for your battles where precision shots and determined defense matter. The included Shield and Missile Drones amplify the kit’s battlefield utility, giving you flexible tools to adapt to changing engagements.

Important details

• Product is supplied unpainted and requires assembly
• Ages 12 and up
• Box contents: 3 miniatures, 2 drones, 91 components, transfer sheet

Whether you’re building a striking centerpiece or expanding a Tau force with reliable long-range options, the XV88 Broadside Battlesuit provides a tangible bridge between firepower and battlefield maneuver. Explore the possibilities, and let your tabletop battles unfold with precision and style.