Ranger (Generals)

"Whats the mission sir?"

- Rangers reporting for duty

Rangers were 's basic infantry during the GLA War.

Background
US Army Rangers were some of the most elite infantrymen of the US army. They were the toughest, best trained and most well equipped basic infantry in the entire conflict. They were armed with M16 assault rifles with an M203 grenade launcher attachment.

Game Unit
"Grabbin' a flash-bang!"

- Rangers ordered to use flash-bang grenades

The Ranger may clear garrisoned structures with flash-bang grenades. In Generals the flash-bang could be used on Stinger sites but this was removed in Zero Hour. Rangers may also use Chinooks to enter and clear garrisoned structures. Rangers may also be created by using the para drop power.

It is also worth noting that when using flash bangs the unit had improved range compared to his assault rifle, however unlike the riffle attack which cannot miss its target, the flash bang grenade takes time to reach its target and enemy infantry may be able to move away from where it was aimed (due to it not being adjustable on the fly), however the flashbang had an area of effect where it impacted.

Behind the scenes
"Laser scopes clean!"

- Laser Ranger

According to Zero Hour's sound files, General Townes were to have his own version of the Ranger called the Laser Ranger. This unit was supposed to be equipped with a laser assault rifle. Also, the Flash bang grenades are actually less-lethal weapons in real life and are incapable of clearing buildings, being unlikely to seriously harm enemy soldiers. The game mecanic is likely an abstraction, implying that the Ranger moved in to finish off or capture stunned infantry when using flash-bangs.