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Since the WMA301 is a PTL02 but with a different turret, the whole power train and the suspension system are totally the same as the latter, powered by the same Deutz DBF8L413F and ZF 5S-111GPA transmission, so they share the same top speed at 85 km/h and the subpar reverse at -7 km/h.
 
Since the WMA301 is a PTL02 but with a different turret, the whole power train and the suspension system are totally the same as the latter, powered by the same Deutz DBF8L413F and ZF 5S-111GPA transmission, so they share the same top speed at 85 km/h and the subpar reverse at -7 km/h.
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| rowspan="2" | 30 || rowspan="2" | -4°/+18° || rowspan="2" | ±180° || rowspan="2" | Two-plane || 24.8 || 34.3 || 41.6 || 46.0 || 48.9 || rowspan="2" | 8.71 || rowspan="2" | 7.70 || rowspan="2" | 7.10 || rowspan="2" | 6.70
 
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During the late 1990s, Mainland China has acquired 100 mm gun-launched ATGM technologies from Russia, so it also comes with a powerful GP105 tandem ATGM which owners of [[T-55AM-1]] may find familiar with it, with its whopping 750 mm penetration it can take down most targets it will ever meet at its BR.  
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During the late 1990s, Mainland China has acquired 100 mm gun-launched ATGM technologies from Russia, so it also comes with a powerful GP105 tandem ATGM which owners of [[T-55AM-1]] may find familiar with it, with its whopping 750 mm penetration it can take down most targets it will ever meet at its BR.
  
 
The DTW-1 APFSDS round is the same found on the [[ZTZ59D1]] and shares all traits of it, which is still sufficient for its BR but it might struggle when it faces Russian MBTs with higher protection at longer ranges; and its Type 83 HEATFS and HESH rounds are only good for hitting lightly-armoured targets. Albeit the aforementioned GP105 can perform the same role as well, therefore players can bring some just in case if they need to knock out enemy assault guns, SPAAGs or light tanks. Using HESH rounds as an last-ditch option to knock out hull down vehicles is also viable. Last but not least is the DTB-1 HE-VT round, although it is useful to deal with helicopters of low-flying aircraft on very shallow dive, but this is not recommended since anything that flies is the last thing the WMA301 wants to face.
 
The DTW-1 APFSDS round is the same found on the [[ZTZ59D1]] and shares all traits of it, which is still sufficient for its BR but it might struggle when it faces Russian MBTs with higher protection at longer ranges; and its Type 83 HEATFS and HESH rounds are only good for hitting lightly-armoured targets. Albeit the aforementioned GP105 can perform the same role as well, therefore players can bring some just in case if they need to knock out enemy assault guns, SPAAGs or light tanks. Using HESH rounds as an last-ditch option to knock out hull down vehicles is also viable. Last but not least is the DTB-1 HE-VT round, although it is useful to deal with helicopters of low-flying aircraft on very shallow dive, but this is not recommended since anything that flies is the last thing the WMA301 wants to face.
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; Enemies worth noting
 
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* [[Rooikat Mk.1D|Rooikat]], [[Centauro (Family)|Centauro]], [[M1128]]: these wheeled vehicles perform a similar flanking role on the battlefield. Therefore you will often encounter them while flanking or on your way to flank. These vehicles are generally faster, both forwards and backwards, have better gun depression or better optics/ammo, so they may already be at a cap point before you. If this is the case, ambush around their location and passively hunt them down, as the WMA301's rather slow acceleration and bad reverse prevents it from being offensive in terms of mobility. The Rooikat lacks thermal sights, making it easier to spot and destroy preemptively. The Centauro is at a lower battle rating as the WMA301 but is superior in almost every aspect, so be cautious if the enemy team has Italian vehicles. The M1128 can only be encountered in a full uptier and has an unmanned turret, good thermal sights for all crew members, and slat armour that occasionally interferes with HEAT-FS rounds.
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* [[Rooikat Mk.1D|Rooikat]], [[Centauro (Family)|Centauro]], [[M1128]]: these wheeled vehicles perform a similar flanking role on the battlefield. Therefore you will often encounter them while flanking or on your way to flank. These vehicles are generally faster, both forwards and backwards, have better gun depression or better optics/ammo, so they may already be at a cap point before you. If this is the case, ambush around their location and passively hunt them down, as the WMA301's rather slow acceleration and bad reverse prevents it from being offensive in terms of mobility. The Rooikat lacks thermal sights, making it easier to spot and destroy preemptively. The Centauro is at a lower battle rating as the WMA301 but is superior in almost every aspect, so be cautious if the enemy team has Italian vehicles. The M1128 can only be encountered in a full uptier and has an unmanned turret, good thermal sights for all crew members, and slat armour that occasionally interferes with HEAT-FS rounds.
  
 
* [[AMX-10RC]]: a contemporary French 6x6 wheeled light tank armed with a 105 mm gun, APFSDS rounds, and thermal sights for the gunner. The AMX-10RC has a rather low profile compared to other wheeled tanks and can be a dangerous sniper. Unlike the other wheeled vehicles mentioned previously, the AMX-10RC does not have any sort of gun stabilizer. Try to attack it when it is on the move and cannot shoot accurately.
 
* [[AMX-10RC]]: a contemporary French 6x6 wheeled light tank armed with a 105 mm gun, APFSDS rounds, and thermal sights for the gunner. The AMX-10RC has a rather low profile compared to other wheeled tanks and can be a dangerous sniper. Unlike the other wheeled vehicles mentioned previously, the AMX-10RC does not have any sort of gun stabilizer. Try to attack it when it is on the move and cannot shoot accurately.
  
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* [[Gepard]], [[Type 87]], [[M3 Bradley]], [[BMP-2]], etc.: these vehicles are fast and armed with fully-stabilized autocannons that will very easily rip through the WMA301. Keep a safe distance and try to ambush them.
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* [[Gepard]], [[Type 87]], [[M3 Bradley]], [[BMP-2]], etc.: these vehicles are fast and armed with fully-stabilized autocannons that will very easily rip through the WMA301. Keep a safe distance and try to ambush them.
  
 
=== Pros and cons ===
 
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* Deadly 105 mm cannon with high velocity, adequate rate of fire and great accuracy
 
* Deadly 105 mm cannon with high velocity, adequate rate of fire and great accuracy

Revision as of 21:39, 17 June 2021

Rank VI USA | Premium | Golden Eagles
A-10A Thunderbolt (Early)
WMA301
cn_wma_301.png
GarageImage WMA301.jpg
WMA301
China flag.png China
VI Rank
Battle rating:
AB RB SB
8.7 9.0 9.0
Class:
PREMIUM
Purchase:8 730 Specs-Card-Eagle.png
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Description

The WMA301 is a premium rank VI Chinese light tank with a battle rating of 8.7 (AB) and 9.0 (RB/SB). It was introduced in Update "Red Skies".

Based on the same WZ551 chassis as the ZSL-92 and the PTL02, the WZ301 is a export-only vehicle of Mainland China made by the NORINCO Factory 256 at Chongqing. The most noticeable difference with the PTL02 is a newly-designed welded turret that resembles more the current ZTZ96A and the main gun that was changed for a 105 mm gun. This assault gun saw service in different African countries and in Myanmar, serving as a quick-response assault gun for the buyers and a fast-moving addition to their inventory.

General info

Survivability and armour

Smoke grenades
Creation of a smoke screen in front of the vehicle
Armourfront / side / back
Hull10 / 8 / 6
Turret30 / 20 / 15
Crew5 people
Visibility136 %

Both the WMA301 and its cousin the PTL02 share the very same WZ551 chassis. So the WMA301 shares the same flaw of being very lightly-armoured hull: avoid anything with a HMG or any autocannon vehicles (including aircraft) at all costs, because it is very likely you will not have a second chance to return fire and knock the enemy out.

Also, its overall height is still high, so it will easily be spotted by enemies albeit with the combination of thin armour and large, empty volume will occasionally frustrate enemies firing subcalibre rounds. Penetration is essentially guaranteed, but minimal spalling is created and a hastily aimed shot may not catch many crew members or important modules in the line of fire. On the other hand, HE shells with a high explosive mass will often transmit shockwaves into the vehicle's interior and knock out the crew with overpressure damage. Other chemical rounds like HEAT and HESH might inflict overpressure damage but with a much lower probability. Bombs, rockets, and artillery shells are similarly dangerous.

Armour type:

Armour Front (Slope angle) Sides Rear Roof
Hull ___ mm ___ mm Top
___ mm Bottom 		___ mm ___ - ___ mm
Turret ___ - ___ mm Turret front
___ mm Gun mantlet 		___ - ___ mm ___ - ___ mm ___ - ___ mm
Cupola ___ mm ___ mm ___ mm ___ mm

Notes:

Mobility

Speedforward / back
AB95 / 8 km/h
RB and SB85 / 8 km/h
Number of gears8 forward
1 back
Weight19.0 t
Engine power
AB611 hp
RB and SB320 hp
Power-to-weight ratio
AB32.2 hp/t
RB and SB16.8 hp/t
Game Mode Max Speed (km/h) Weight (tons) Engine power (horsepower) Power-to-weight ratio (hp/ton)
Forward Reverse Stock Upgraded Stock Upgraded
Arcade 95 8 19 496 611 26.11 32.16
Realistic 85 8 283 320 14.89 16.84

Since the WMA301 is a PTL02 but with a different turret, the whole power train and the suspension system are totally the same as the latter, powered by the same Deutz DBF8L413F and ZF 5S-111GPA transmission, so they share the same top speed at 85 km/h and the subpar reverse at -7 km/h.

Like its Chinese cousin, to make the most out of the good top speed, it will need to navigate on hard terrain (roads, urban surfaces) for best results. If players must be used on hilly and soft terrain maps, try your best not to get stuck since the lack of mobility will absolutely be the death sentence of this vehicle.

Modifications and economy

Repair cost
AB2 568 Sl icon.png
RB2 706 Sl icon.png
SB3 145 Sl icon.png
Crew training10 000 Sl icon.png
Experts730 000 Sl icon.png
Aces2 000 Ge icon.png
Research Aces1 780 000 Rp icon.png
Reward for battleAB / RB / SB
Talisman.png 2 × 120 / 160 / 200 % Sl icon.png
Talisman.png 2 × 214 / 214 / 214 % Rp icon.png
Modifications
Mobility Protection Firepower
Mods new wheels.png
Tires
Mods new car suspension.png
Suspension
Mods new tank break.png
Brake System
Mods new tank filter.png
Filters
Mods new tank transmission.png
Transmission
Mods new tank engine.png
Engine
Mods tank tool kit.png
Improved Parts
Mods extinguisher.png
Improved FPE
Mods tank reinforcement cn.png
Crew Replenishment
Mods smoke screen.png
Smoke grenade
Mods new tank horizontal aiming.png
Horizontal Drive
Mods tank ammo.png
105mm_china_HE_VT_ammo_pack
Mods tank ammo.png
105mm_TYPE83_HESH_ammo_pack
Mods tank ammo.png
105mm_SAP_ammo_pack
Mods tank cannon.png
Adjustment of Fire
Mods airstrike.png
Airstrike
Mods tank ammo.png
105mm_china_ATGM_ammo_pack
Mods new tank vertical aiming.png
Elevation Mechanism
Mods tank ammo.png
105mm_china_APDS_FS_ammo_pack
Mods thermal sight.png
NVD
Mods scout streak.png
Scout UAV
Mods art support.png
Artillery Support
Mods scouting.png
Improved optics
Mods tank laser rangefinder.png
Laser rangefinder

Armaments

Laser rangefinder
Reduces the error and increases the maximum measurable distance of the rangefinder
Night vision device
Improves visibility by enhancing natural light or active illumination.
Thermal imager
Allows to see thermal radiation in the infrared range day and night

Main armament

105 mm WMA301 cannon
Two-plane stabilizer
Reduces the swing of the gun in two planes while moving
Ammunition30 rounds
First-order12 rounds
Reloadbasic crew → aces
8.7 → 6.7 s
Vertical guidance-4° / 18°
Main article: WMA301 (105 mm)

Since the WMA301 is an export vehicle and the compatibility to mainstream ammunitions is essential, it chose a 105 mm gun as its main armament; based on the ZPL94 gun found on T 69-IIG but with lower recoil. It can fires both NATO and NORINCO's 105 mm ammunitions ranging from HEATFS to APFSDS, as well as HE-VT rounds.

105 mm WMA301 Turret rotation speed (°/s) Reloading rate (seconds)
Mode Capacity Vertical Horizontal Stabilizer Stock Upgraded Full Expert Aced Stock Full Expert Aced
Arcade 30 -4°/+18° ±180° Two-plane 24.8 34.3 41.6 46.0 48.9 8.71 7.70 7.10 6.70
Realistic 15.5 18.2 22.1 24.4 26.0

Ammunition

Penetration statistics
Ammunition Type of
warhead 		Penetration @ 0° Angle of Attack (mm)
10 m 100 m 500 m 1,000 m 1,500 m 2,000 m
Type-83 HEAT HEATFS 400 400 400 400 400 400
DTB-1 HE-VT* 21 21 21 21 21 21
Type-83 HESH HESH 127 127 127 127 127 127
GP105 ATGM (tandem) 750 750 750 750 750 750
Type-83 APDS APFSDS 337 335 330 322 314 306
Shell details
Ammunition Type of
warhead 		Velocity
(m/s) 		Projectile
Mass (kg) 		Fuse delay
(m) 		Fuse sensitivity
(mm) 		Explosive Mass
(TNT equivalent) (g) 		Ricochet
0% 50% 100%
Type-83 HEAT HEATFS 1,173 11 0.05 0.1 1,270 65° 72° 77°
DTB-1 HE-VT* 825 16.2 0 0.1 1,660 79° 80° 81°
Type-83 HESH HESH 730 15 0.05 0.1 4,310 73° 77° 80°
GP105 ATGM (tandem) 370 18.8 0.2 0.1 4,620 80° 82° 90°
Type-83 APDS APFSDS 1,455 3.79 N/A N/A N/A 78° 80° 81°

During the late 1990s, Mainland China has acquired 100 mm gun-launched ATGM technologies from Russia, so it also comes with a powerful GP105 tandem ATGM which owners of T-55AM-1 may find familiar with it, with its whopping 750 mm penetration it can take down most targets it will ever meet at its BR.

The DTW-1 APFSDS round is the same found on the ZTZ59D1 and shares all traits of it, which is still sufficient for its BR but it might struggle when it faces Russian MBTs with higher protection at longer ranges; and its Type 83 HEATFS and HESH rounds are only good for hitting lightly-armoured targets. Albeit the aforementioned GP105 can perform the same role as well, therefore players can bring some just in case if they need to knock out enemy assault guns, SPAAGs or light tanks. Using HESH rounds as an last-ditch option to knock out hull down vehicles is also viable. Last but not least is the DTB-1 HE-VT round, although it is useful to deal with helicopters of low-flying aircraft on very shallow dive, but this is not recommended since anything that flies is the last thing the WMA301 wants to face.

Ammo racks

Full
ammo 		1st
rack empty 		2nd
rack empty 		3rd
rack empty 		4th
rack empty 		5th
rack empty 		6th
rack empty 		Visual
discrepancy
30 __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __

Machine guns

12.7 mm QJC88A machine gun
Ammunition600 rounds
Belt capacity150 rounds
Reloadbasic crew → aces
6.5 → 5.0 s
Fire rate600 shots/min
Vertical guidance-6° / 85°
7.62 mm Type 86 machine gun (coaxial)
Ammunition1 000 rounds
Belt capacity250 rounds
Reloadbasic crew → aces
10.4 → 8.0 s
Fire rate700 shots/min
Main articles: QJC88A (12.7 mm), Type 86 (7.62 mm)

The turret-mounted 12.7 mm QJC88A HMG has already become the standardized HMG for most PLAGF vehicles after the 1990s and this exported assault gun was no exception. The main usage of the HMG is to deal with lightly protected vehicles and low-flying aircraft including helicopters. It can also effectively damage gun barrels, tracks, optics, MG, and ERA to assist teammates in destroying enemies, though this may require a lot of fire. Players who dealt with the paltry 50-round belt capacity of the 12.7 mm DShK machine guns of previous PLA vehicles will be happy to know that the QJC88A has a much more generous 150-round belt capacity.

The 7.62 mm MG, on the other hand, is only useful in clearing obstacles such as fences, marking out enemy positions on the minimap, or knocking out exposed crew on certain vehicles (eg. M113 TOW). It lacks the penetration to pierce through even lightly armoured vehicles.

12.7 mm QJC88A
Mount Capacity (Belt) Fire rate Vertical Horizontal
Pintle 500 (150) 700 -3°/+60° ±180°
7.62 mm Type 86
Mount Capacity (Belt) Fire rate Vertical Horizontal
Coaxial 800 (250) 700 N/A N/A

Usage in battles

Like its Chinese cousin, the WMA301's main advantages lie in its mobility and gun sight.

With its 85 km/h speed, flanking is the key to avoid any direct fire from pretty much any vehicle armed with at least a heavy machine gun. Because of the negligible protection found on this vehicle, take all precautions and avoid rushing into direct fire at all costs, you will not have the luxury of having the second chance to return fire. Being one of the slowest wheeled assault guns in the game, taking vantage points might not be possible considering the inferior top speed that only gets worse in off-road situations. The thin armour and poor reverse speed punish poor positioning, so think carefully about what spots allow the WMA301 to spot and engage enemies without being overly exposed to incoming fire. Complicated terrains are problematic for this vehicle and it tends to do better in urban combat. Any aircraft is a lethal threat, with either guns or rockets, so keep away from their sight. Use smoke grenades to mask your position if there are no buildings or other forms of large cover to hide behind. Helicopters in particular will have an easy time spotting and destroying the WMA301, so do not attract their attention and make use of the heavy machine gun, gun-launched ATGM and for last ditch, HE-VT if they get very close.

Whatever the situation, APFSDS and ATGM are a must for the WMA301 and they came with the tank as it is a premium vehicle, the DTW-1 can handle most targets at its BR and with its tandem ATGM, it can be very versatile on dealing on different targets. Leave most of the targets to the APFSDS and if you faces any ERA-equipped vehicles, the GP105 is a very good ally since the penetration is still more than enough to deal with any vehicle. With the same Gen 2 thermal gun sight and a laser rangefinder found on the PTL02, being a mid-field runner for hit-and-run attacks or staying behind and sniping careless targets are both viable roles for the WMA301.

Enemies worth noting
  • Rooikat, Centauro, M1128: these wheeled vehicles perform a similar flanking role on the battlefield. Therefore you will often encounter them while flanking or on your way to flank. These vehicles are generally faster, both forwards and backwards, have better gun depression or better optics/ammo, so they may already be at a cap point before you. If this is the case, ambush around their location and passively hunt them down, as the WMA301's rather slow acceleration and bad reverse prevents it from being offensive in terms of mobility. The Rooikat lacks thermal sights, making it easier to spot and destroy preemptively. The Centauro is at a lower battle rating as the WMA301 but is superior in almost every aspect, so be cautious if the enemy team has Italian vehicles. The M1128 can only be encountered in a full uptier and has an unmanned turret, good thermal sights for all crew members, and slat armour that occasionally interferes with HEAT-FS rounds.
  • AMX-10RC: a contemporary French 6x6 wheeled light tank armed with a 105 mm gun, APFSDS rounds, and thermal sights for the gunner. The AMX-10RC has a rather low profile compared to other wheeled tanks and can be a dangerous sniper. Unlike the other wheeled vehicles mentioned previously, the AMX-10RC does not have any sort of gun stabilizer. Try to attack it when it is on the move and cannot shoot accurately.
  • Gepard, Type 87, M3 Bradley, BMP-2, etc.: these vehicles are fast and armed with fully-stabilized autocannons that will very easily rip through the WMA301. Keep a safe distance and try to ambush them.

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Deadly 105 mm cannon with high velocity, adequate rate of fire and great accuracy
  • Gen 2 gunner thermal greatly enhances search-and-destroy ability
  • Various ammunition: from APFSDS to unique HE-VT to gun-launched tandem ATGM
  • Competitive top speed on hard surfaces
  • Roof-mounted HMG is lethal against helicopters and light vehicles (eg. M113)
  • 2 salvos of smoke grenades provide helpful concealment
  • Turn radius is quite small for a wheeled vehicle, beneficial in urban areas
  • Has laser rangefinder to assist long-range shooting

Cons:

  • Abysmal reverse speed of only -7 km/h, is fatally slow for such wheeled vehicle
  • Poor agility on soft surfaces like mud, sand and snow
  • Extremely thin hull armour, can be easily penetrated by MG like M2HB
  • Tall profile, easy to get spotted and shot at
  • APFSDS is less powerful at longer ranges (>2,000m) and will struggle to penetrate well-protected tanks (eg. T-62M-1, T-72A)
  • Roof-mounted HMG has limited magazine capacity of only 50 rounds

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Media

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See also

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China light tanks
Type 63  Object 211 · Type 63 · ZTS63
Type 62  Type 62
WZ551  ZSL92 · PTL02 · WMA301
ZBL08  ZLT11
Type 86  ZBD86
WZ502  ZBD04A
ROC  M41D · M64
Type 59  QN506
USA  ␗M8 LAC · ␗M3A3 Stuart · ␗M3A3 (1st PTG) · ␗M5A1 · ␗M24 · ␗M18 GMC · ␗M41A3
USSR  ␗T-26 · T-26 No.531 · ␗PT-76

China premium ground vehicles
Light tanks  T-26 No.531 · ␗M3A3 (1st PTG) · ␗M41A3 · M64 · WMA301
Medium tanks  ␗M4A4 (1st PTG) · T-34-85 No.215 · Т-62 №545 · ZTZ59A · Type 69-IIa · T-69 II G · ZTZ96A (P) · Al-Khalid-I
Heavy tanks  IS-2 No.402

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