In this scenario there are two possible ways for the Germans to attack, an immediate massive direct attack at the town engulfing three sides hopefully taking the town before reinforcements arrive or quickly capture the hills on both sides of the town, then drive past the town to capture the two closest fields and the smaller town. Once the road leading into the town was denied to the Soviets, the Germans can approach the town on all four sides. Although the Soviets did manage to meet the requirements for a marginal victory by destroying 15+ steps before the town fell. There was no way for them get near the town to stop the Germans from attaining a Major Victory. The 7 T34s, 3 T70s and 7 SMGs arrived too late, with the road closed to them with German troops established in their way. It also helped that the Soviets also anticipated a massive frontal attack.