Unless the tank is knocked out, it would be unlikely that the troops would be positioned just a few feet directly in front of it as they would surely get ran over. The painting and the tank and foliage are excellent. If it were the real thing,though, the troops would be behind the tank, using it for cover. Otherwise one could say that they are clearing the way and making sure there are no AT guns in front and then giving the OK for the tank to move forward. Just my two cents.......Al