Heavy Infantry
Cost: 600
Prerequisite: Barracks, tech center
Role: Anti-armour (both units and buildings)
Strengths: High damage, cannot be crushed by vehicles
Weaknesses: Extremely vulnerable to any type of anti-infantry weapon, very slow speed
These tank shredding infantry units are the backbone of any GDI infantry operation. They can dish out massive amounts of damage to vehicles, but their heavy cannons cannot be used against air targets. Their slow speed, high price and vulnerability make them ideal targets for the enemy, so the Heavy Infantry rely a lot on APCs to carry them safely in and out of the combat zone. They excel in defensive operations, where they are supported by base defences and other units. Add in a medic or two and they become a force to be reckoned with.
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