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'''Pros:''' | '''Pros:''' | ||
| − | * Unique | + | * Unique anti-air missiles - triple missile with one of the highest speeds in-game |
| − | * Can use | + | * Can use anti-air missile as HE ATGM at up to about 600 m range to attack enemy tank weak spots and tracks |
* Good speed | * Good speed | ||
* X10-40 optics allow it to track enemy until the very end | * X10-40 optics allow it to track enemy until the very end | ||
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* Weak defence | * Weak defence | ||
* Lock-on does not provide targeting solution - only hints | * Lock-on does not provide targeting solution - only hints | ||
| − | * Turret and optical system sometimes fail to track planes properly, relying on crew and operator skills to compensate | + | * Turret and the optical system sometimes fail to track planes properly, relying on the crew and operator skills to compensate |
| − | * Due to huge gap in optics zoom levels, operator is often required to manually adjust scope, instead of just hitting "maximum zoom" button | + | * Due to a huge gap in optics zoom levels, the operator is often required to manually adjust scope, instead of just hitting "maximum zoom" button |
* After dispersing, triple missiles constantly spiral, making precise long-range aiming at ground forces pointless | * After dispersing, triple missiles constantly spiral, making precise long-range aiming at ground forces pointless | ||
* Most tanks are immune to triple missile attack even from the side and they cannot hull break light tanks or other SPAA either | * Most tanks are immune to triple missile attack even from the side and they cannot hull break light tanks or other SPAA either | ||
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== History == | == History == | ||
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| − | In the mid 1980’s it became clear that supersonic aircraft and strike helicopters proved to be dangerous against ground troops. To counter these threats back in 1986, the British Ministry of Defence began development of the “Starstreak HVM” (High Velocity Missile) anti-aircraft missile system. The production was done by the Shorts Missile Systems company. On the 1st of September in 1997, the famous Starstreak anti-aircraft missile system had been put into service by the British Army. Initially it was developed in 3 different variants: portable, stationary and mobile, although later they additionally developed an air version but it didn’t find a practical application. | + | In the mid-1980’s it became clear that supersonic aircraft and strike helicopters proved to be dangerous against ground troops. To counter these threats back in 1986, the British Ministry of Defence began development of the “Starstreak HVM” (High-Velocity Missile) anti-aircraft missile system. The production was done by the Shorts Missile Systems company. On the 1st of September in 1997, the famous Starstreak anti-aircraft missile system had been put into service by the British Army. Initially, it was developed in 3 different variants: portable, stationary and mobile, although later they additionally developed an air version but it didn’t find a practical application. |
The armoured personnel carrier Stormer was created by using the propulsion system, the transmission and chassis of the light scouting FV101 Scorpion tank for the mobile version of the system. In 1975 on the base of this armoured personnel carrier, the self-propelled anti-tank missile system FV102 Striker was created. Since the vehicle proved itself well, it was decided to additionally create the self-propelled anti-aircraft system Alvis Stormer HVM on its platform. | The armoured personnel carrier Stormer was created by using the propulsion system, the transmission and chassis of the light scouting FV101 Scorpion tank for the mobile version of the system. In 1975 on the base of this armoured personnel carrier, the self-propelled anti-tank missile system FV102 Striker was created. Since the vehicle proved itself well, it was decided to additionally create the self-propelled anti-aircraft system Alvis Stormer HVM on its platform. | ||
Revision as of 17:52, 30 June 2019
Contents
Description
The FV4333 Stormer HVM is a rank VII British self-propelled anti-aircraft vehicle
with a battle rating of 10.3 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update 1.89 "Imperial Navy".
General info
Survivability and armour
Describe armour protection. Note the most well protected and key weak areas. Appreciate the layout of modules as well as the number and location of crew members. Is the level of armour protection sufficient, is the placement of modules helpful for survival in combat?
If necessary use a visual template to indicate the most secure and weak zones of the armour.
Mobility
Write about the mobility of the ground vehicle. Estimate the specific power and manoeuvrability, as well as the maximum speed forwards and backwards.
Armaments
Main armament
Give the reader information about the characteristics of the main gun. Assess its effectiveness in a battle based on the reloading speed, ballistics and the power of shells. Do not forget about the flexibility of the fire, that is how quickly the cannon can be aimed at the target, open fire on it and aim at another enemy. Add a link to the main article on the gun: {{main|Name of the weapon}}. Describe in general terms the ammunition available for the main gun. Give advice on how to use them and how to fill the ammunition storage.
Usage in battles
Describe the tactics of playing in the vehicle, the features of using vehicles in the team and advice on tactics. Refrain from creating a "guide" - do not impose a single point of view but instead give the reader food for thought. Describe the most dangerous enemies and give recommendations on fighting them. If necessary, note the specifics of the game in different modes (AB, RB, SB).
Modules
| Tier | Mobility | Protection | Firepower | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | Tracks | Parts | ||
| II | Suspension | Brake System | FPE | |
| III | Filters | Crew Replenishment | Smoke grenade | |
| IV | Transmission | Engine | Artillery Support | |
Pros and cons
Pros:
- Unique anti-air missiles - triple missile with one of the highest speeds in-game
- Can use anti-air missile as HE ATGM at up to about 600 m range to attack enemy tank weak spots and tracks
- Good speed
- X10-40 optics allow it to track enemy until the very end
- Invisible to anti-radar (helicopters)
Cons:
- High profile
- Weak defence
- Lock-on does not provide targeting solution - only hints
- Turret and the optical system sometimes fail to track planes properly, relying on the crew and operator skills to compensate
- Due to a huge gap in optics zoom levels, the operator is often required to manually adjust scope, instead of just hitting "maximum zoom" button
- After dispersing, triple missiles constantly spiral, making precise long-range aiming at ground forces pointless
- Most tanks are immune to triple missile attack even from the side and they cannot hull break light tanks or other SPAA either
History
In the mid-1980’s it became clear that supersonic aircraft and strike helicopters proved to be dangerous against ground troops. To counter these threats back in 1986, the British Ministry of Defence began development of the “Starstreak HVM” (High-Velocity Missile) anti-aircraft missile system. The production was done by the Shorts Missile Systems company. On the 1st of September in 1997, the famous Starstreak anti-aircraft missile system had been put into service by the British Army. Initially, it was developed in 3 different variants: portable, stationary and mobile, although later they additionally developed an air version but it didn’t find a practical application.
The armoured personnel carrier Stormer was created by using the propulsion system, the transmission and chassis of the light scouting FV101 Scorpion tank for the mobile version of the system. In 1975 on the base of this armoured personnel carrier, the self-propelled anti-tank missile system FV102 Striker was created. Since the vehicle proved itself well, it was decided to additionally create the self-propelled anti-aircraft system Alvis Stormer HVM on its platform.
- From Devblog
Media
Excellent additions to the article would be video guides, screenshots from the game, and photos.
See also
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- reference to the series of the vehicles;
- links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.
External links
| Britain anti-aircraft vehicles | |
|---|---|
| Crusader AA | Crusader AA Mk I · Crusader AA Mk II |
| Wheeled | Staghound AA · AEC AA |
| Radar SPAAG | Chieftain Marksman |
| Missile SPAA | Stormer AD · Stormer HVM |
| Other | Light AA Mk I · Falcon |
| Canada | Skink · ADATS (M113) |
| South Africa | Ystervark · Bosvark · ZA-35 |
