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VBC (PT2)
VI
Rank
AB
9.3
RB
9.3
SB
9.3
Battle rating
Italy
Game nation
Light tank
Main role
190,000
RP
Research
520,000
SL
Purchase
General information

The VBM Freccia is an Italian IFV designed by Iveco and OTO Melara for the Italian army with the aim of replacing the VCC-1 and VCC-2 armoured carriers that were previously in use. The vehicle's history dates back to the 1980s and 1990s when Italy was experimenting with the Centauro tank and modifying it for various roles, under the "VBC" program. Although the program was shelved, the idea resurfaced in the late 2000s, prompting Iveco and OTO Melara to revive their efforts. The VBC PT2 is the second prototype of the Freccia and features the TC-25 Hitfist turret, which is also present on the VCC-80 Dardo IFV. However, this vehicle does not include the ATGM, unlike the final product Freccia.

Introduced in Update "Danger Zone", the VBC PT2 is a highly effective platform, primarily due to its mobility and the empty space inside the vehicle that sometimes allows it to absorb enemy rounds unharmed. Role-vise, it is an all-rounder gank jeep, similar to the BTR-80A, but better in every way possible. The vehicle's armament includes a 25 mm Oerlikon autocannon (also seen on SIDAM) capable of firing a multitude of ammunition, including APFSDS rounds. It also has access to thermals and night vision devices, and players can take advantage of its favourable elevation and depression angles. However, since it is a wheeled vehicle, it may struggle off-road depending on the map. Additionally, since it is a large platform, it cannot hide easily, making mobility key to its effectiveness. The VBC PT2 can perform well against enemy aircraft, but players need to be close to the battlefield for the gun to reach targets, and it is best not to reveal the vehicle's position unless players are certain they can do damage. Overall, the vehicle is well-equipped for its battle rating and highly effective, but players may struggle initially without certain modules unlocked. Therefore, it is advisable to stick with more heavily armoured allies when initially deploying the vehicle.



Survivability and armour
Armour front / side / back
Hull 72 / 52 / 38 mm
Turret 40 / 40 / 40 mm
Visibility 136 %
Crew 3 persons
Support systems
Mobility
Max speed
Forward 108120 km/h
Backward 2225 km/h
Power-to-weight ratio 21.218.740.332.8 hp/t
Engine power 5504861,049852 hp
Weight 26 t
Optics
Gunner
Commander
Driver
Optics zoom
2.0x–8.0x
Optical device
Armaments
25 mm Oerlikon KBA B02 cannon
Ammunition 400 rounds
Belt capacity 100 rounds
Reload basic crew → aces
10.4 → 8 s
Fire rate 560 shots/min
Vertical guidance -10 / 60°
Turret Rotation Speed basic crew → aces
Horizontal 40.134.175.554.557.348.7107.977.9 °/s
Vertical 201670.144.828.622.9100.164.1 °/s

BeltBelt fillingArmor penetration (mm) at a distance:
10 m100 m500 m1000 m1500 m2000 m
APDS/HEI-T/HEI-T807973676155
HEI-T/HEI-T/HEI-T764333
APDS/APDS/APDS807973676155
APFSDS929083756258
7.62 mm Beretta MG42/59 machine gun (coaxial)
Ammunition 4,600 rounds
Belt capacity 200 rounds
Reload basic crew → aces
10.4 → 8 s
Fire rate 800 shots/min

BeltBelt fillingArmor penetration (mm) at a distance:
10 m100 m500 m1000 m1500 m2000 m
AP/T13127320
7.62 mm Beretta MG42/59 machine gun
Ammunition 2,000 rounds
Belt capacity 200 rounds
Reload basic crew → aces
10.4 → 8 s
Fire rate 800 shots/min
Vertical guidance -8 / 20°
Horizontal guidance -160 / 61°
Turret Rotation Speed basic crew → aces
Horizontal 6353.6118.685.79076.5169.4122.4 °/s
Vertical 6350.4220.5141.19072315201.6 °/s

BeltBelt fillingArmor penetration (mm) at a distance:
10 m100 m500 m1000 m1500 m2000 m
AP/T13127320
Economy
Repair cost Basic → Reference
AB 3,169 → 5,362 SL
RB 3,316 → 5,611 SL
SB 3,841 → 6,499 SL
Crew training 150,000 SL
Experts 520,000 SL
Aces 2,100 GE
Research Aces 950,000 RP
Reward multiplier AB / RB / SB
130 / 170 / 210 % SL
220 % RP
Total cost of modifications 160,100 RP
262,200 SL
Talisman cost 2,600 GE

Research order:

Mobility
Protection
Firepower
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