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== Description ==
 
== Description ==
 
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After the introduction of very successful tank destroyers in World War II like the StuG III and StuG IV, Sweden decided to make its own version with similar design philosophy, resulting in the Pvkv m/43. While the last tank was delivered in 1948, the design continued to be modified and upgraded during the 1950s and '60s. Some of the more important upgrades were the introduction of an armoured roof, improved muzzle brake, a gun travel lock, and a bore evacuator. When the Strv m/41 was retired, the Pvkv m/43 received two Scania-Vabis L603 engines per vehicle. While this produced less horsepower than the Volvo A8B engine used in the original design, the new engines proved to be much more reliable. In 1970, the Pvkv m/43 was retired from service, and the guns were used in static fortifications until 1995.
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It was introduced in [[Update 1.97 "Viking Fury"]]. The Pvkv m/43 (1963) has a casemate design, and as such, plays best as a sniper. It will depend on positioning and good target acquisition. Use your binoculars to spot targets and use your APDS shell to deal with the most heavily armoured like the Tiger or Panther. It also has access to good gun depression, with -15 degrees, so it can peak over hills with ease. For a tank destroyer, it is fairly mobile, however this comes at the cost of armour, being very vulnerable to even 20 mm autocannons, that are very common among attack aircraft and some ground vehicles.
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The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} Swedish tank destroyer {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.97 "Viking Fury"]].
  
 
== General info ==
 
== General info ==
 
=== Survivability and armour ===
 
=== Survivability and armour ===
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'''Armour type:'''
 
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* Rolled homogeneous armour (hull, superstructure)
 
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| Hull || 20-30 mm (80°) ''Upper glacis'' <br> 70 mm (32°) ''Centre and lower glacis'' || 30 mm || 20 mm ''Upper plate'' <br> 20 mm (30°) + 5 mm ''Lower glacis'' || 20-30 mm (10°) ''Front glacis'' <br> 5-9 mm (20°) ''Engine compartment''
 
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| Superstructure || 70 mm (30°) ''Front glacis'' <br> 80 mm (21°) ''Driver viewport'' <br> 70 mm (spherical) ''Gun mantlet'' || 30 mm (12°) ''Front'' <br> 25 mm (24-27°) ''Rear'' || 25 mm (9°) || 9 mm (5°) ''Front'' <br> 9 mm (17°) ''Rear''
 
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=== Mobility ===
 
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With 324 horsepower for 25 tons of mass, the Pvkv m/43 (1963) will only keep up with allied medium and heavy tanks, and barely keep up with the main crossfires and positions. Although the top speed is listed as 47 km/h, most of the time on the ground you will cruise at 30 to 35 km/h. Any obstacle like a river, mud, or even a 20 degree climb will be a very difficult task for this vehicle. You won't be able to retreat quickly either, with only -6 km/h in reverse.
 
  
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=== Modifications and economy ===
 
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== Armaments ==
 
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=== Main armament ===
 
=== Main armament ===
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! colspan="5" | [[Pvkan m/43 (75 mm)|75 mm Pvkan m/43]] || colspan="5" | Turret rotation speed (°/s) || colspan="4" | Reloading rate (seconds)
 
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| rowspan="2" | 43 || rowspan="2" | -15°/+20° || rowspan="2" | -13°/+20° || rowspan="2" | N/A || 7.0 || __._ || __._ || __._ || __._ || rowspan="2" | 8.7 || rowspan="2" | _._ || rowspan="2" | _._ || rowspan="2" | _._
 
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==== Ammunition ====
 
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{{:pvkan m/43 (75 mm)/Ammunition|slpgr m/43, sgr m/38, 7.5 cm slpprj m/49}}
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| slpprj m/49 || APDS || 243 || 241 || 233 || 224 || 215 || 207
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| slpprj m/49 || APDS || 1,110 || 3.7 || N/A || N/A || N/A || 75° || 78° || 80°
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| Commander's cupola || 2,000 (250) || 648 || -10°/+65° || ±180°
 
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== Usage in battles ==
 
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The Pvkv m/43 (1963) has a casemate design, and as such, plays best as a sniper. With mediocre armour compared to its peers, it will depend on positioning or tank support in order to survive to deliver its shots. Move with tanks to your front, or find a long range sniping position in order to remain effective and support your team. The main hinderance of the Pvkv m/43 is its size, which makes it an easy target when it is exposed in any way. In one-on-one engagements the Pvkv m/43 is better, since it gets to use its stronger frontal armour and competent gun to its advantage.
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=== Pros and cons ===
 
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* Starts with a stock APCBC found on the previous [[Pvkv m/43 (1946)]] and [[Strv m/42 DT]]
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* Starts with a stock APCBC found on the previous [[Pvkv m/43 (1946)]] and [[Delat Torn]]
 
* Has access to a powerful APDS
 
* Has access to a powerful APDS
 
* Great gun depression of -15°
 
* Great gun depression of -15°
 
* Relatively mobile
 
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'''Cons:'''
 
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* Outdated chassis - narrow tracks and light armour
 
* Outdated chassis - narrow tracks and light armour
 
* Casemated tank destroyer - dead engine = dead Pvkv
 
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== History ==
 
== History ==
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During World War 2, the need for tank destroyers became evident, and Germany had great success with the [[StuG III G|StuG III]] and StuG IV. Because of the success of those platforms, Sweden decided to create a tank destroyer similar in concept to the StuG's. Landsverk created a design in 1942, based on the chassis of the [[Strv m/42 EH|Strv m/42]]. It was chosen by the Swedish military and was given the designation Pansarvärnskanonvagn m/43, or '''Pvkv m/43''' for short.
 
During World War 2, the need for tank destroyers became evident, and Germany had great success with the [[StuG III G|StuG III]] and StuG IV. Because of the success of those platforms, Sweden decided to create a tank destroyer similar in concept to the StuG's. Landsverk created a design in 1942, based on the chassis of the [[Strv m/42 EH|Strv m/42]]. It was chosen by the Swedish military and was given the designation Pansarvärnskanonvagn m/43, or '''Pvkv m/43''' for short.
  
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The Pvkv m/43 used the chassis of the Strv m/42, but with a casemate superstructure replacing the turret. The superstructure was located at the front of the vehicle, and the glacis was sloped. It had an open tarp to keep the weight down, and used a tarp to protect the crew from the elements. The Pvkv m/43 had a crew of 4, and was initially armed with a 75 mm luftvärnskanonen m/36 antiaircraft gun, modified with a longer barrel for increased armour penetration. The gun could traverse 15 degrees to the left and right. It had a Ksp m/39 machine gun as the secondary armament. It was powered by a Volvo A8B engine producing 360 hp. The gearbox was different than the gearbox of the Strv m/42, and the drive wheels had to be reinforced to handle the increased weight of the vehicle. The Swedish military ordered 87 Pvkv m/43 in 1942, but deliveries were delayed and the last vehicle was delivered in 1948.
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The Pvkv m/43 used the chassis of the Strv m/42, but with a casemate superstructure replacing the turret. The superstructure was located at the front of the vehicle, and the glacis was sloped. It had an open tarp to keep the weight down, and used a tarp to protect the crew from the elements. The Pvkv m/43 had a crew of 4, and was initially armed with a 75mm luftvärnskanonen m/36 antiaircraft gun, modified with a longer barrel for increased armor penetration. The gun could traverse 15 degrees to the left and right. It had a Ksp m/39 machine gun as the secondary armament. It was powered by a Volvo A8B engine producing 360 hp. The gearbox was different than the gearbox of the Strv m/42, and the drive wheels had to be reinforced to handle the increased weight of the vehicle. The Swedish military ordered 87 Pvkv m/43 in 1942, but deliveries were delayed and the last vehicle was delivered in 1948.
  
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In 1954, the vehicle was given an armoured roof to better protect the crew. Other improvements included a muzzle brake, a gun travel lock, and a bore evacuator/fume extractor. The Strv m/41 was retired from service in 1957, which allowed the two Scania-Vabis L603 engines per vehicle to be used in the Pvkv m/43. The two L603  engines produced less horsepower (320 hp) than the Volvo A8B, but were much more reliable. In 1970, the Pvkv m/43 was retired from service, and the guns were used in static fortifications until 1995.
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In 1954, the vehicle was given an armored roof to better protect the crew. Other improvements included a muzzle break, a gun rest, and a gas ejector. The Strv m/41 was retired from service in 1957, which allowed the two Scania-Vabis L603 engines per vehicle to be used in the Pvkv m/43. The two L603  engines produced less horsepower (320 hp) than the Volvo A8B, but were much more reliable. In 1970, the Pvkv m/43 was retired from service, and the guns were used in static fortifications until 1995.
  
 
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== See also ==
 
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* Pansarvärnskanonvagn m/43. (2020, April 6). In ''Wikipedia''. https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Pansarv%C3%A4rnskanonvagn_m/43&oldid=949440407
 
  
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Pvkv m/43 (1963)
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Pvkv m/43 (1963)
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III Rank
Battle rating:
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Description

GarageImage Pvkv m43 (1963).jpg


The Pansarvärnskanonvagn m/43 (1963) is a rank III Swedish tank destroyer with a battle rating of 4.7 (AB) and 5.0 (RB/SB). It was introduced in Update 1.97 "Viking Fury".

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.

Game Mode Max Speed (km/h) Weight (tons) Engine power (horsepower) Power-to-weight ratio (hp/ton)
Forward Reverse Stock Upgraded Stock Upgraded
Arcade 51 6 25 460 618 18.4 24.72
Realistic 47 6 287 324 11.48 12.96

Armaments

Main armament

Main article: Pvkan m/43 (75 mm)
75 mm Pvkan m/43 Turret rotation speed (°/s) Reloading rate (seconds)
Mode Capacity Vertical Horizontal Stabilizer Stock Upgraded Full Expert Aced Stock Full Expert Aced
Arcade 43 -15°/+20° -13°/+20° N/A 7.0 __._ __._ __._ __._ 8.7 _._ _._ _._
Realistic 4.8 __._ __._ __._ __._

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
slpprj m/49 APDS 243 241 233 224 215 207
sgr m/38 HE 10 10 10 10 10 10
slpgr m/43 APCBC 149 146 132 116 102 89
Shell details
Ammunition Type of
warhead 		Velocity
(m/s) 		Projectile
Mass (kg) 		Fuse delay
(m) 		Fuse sensitivity
(mm) 		Explosive Mass
(TNT equivalent) (g) 		Ricochet
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slpprj m/49 APDS 1,110 3.7 N/A N/A N/A 75° 78° 80°
sgr m/38 HE 840 6.43 0.4 0.5 690 79° 80° 81°
slpgr m/43 APCBC 890 6.0 1.2 14.0 110 48° 63° 71°

Ammo racks

Full
ammo 		1st
rack empty 		2nd
rack empty 		3rd
rack empty 		4th
rack empty 		5th
rack empty 		6th
rack empty 		Visual
discrepancy
43 42 (+1) __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __ (+__) __

Optics

Pvkv m/43 (1963) Optics
Default magnification Maximum magnification
Main Gun optics X8.0 X16.1
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Machine guns

Main article: Ksp m/36 (8 mm)
8 mm Ksp m/36
Mount Capacity
(Belt capacity) 		Rate of fire
(shots/minute) 		Vertical
guidance 		Horizontal
guidance
Commander's cupola 2,000 (250) 648 -10°/+65° ±180°

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 Horizontal Drive
II Suspension Brake System FPE Adjustment of Fire
III Filters Crew Replenishment Elevation Mechanism
IV Transmission Engine 7,5 cm slpprj m/49

Pros and cons

Pros:

  • Starts with a stock APCBC found on the previous Pvkv m/43 (1946) and Delat Torn
  • Has access to a powerful APDS
  • Great gun depression of -15°
  • Relatively mobile

Cons:

  • APDS is a tier IV modification
  • Outdated chassis - narrow tracks and light armour
  • Casemated tank destroyer - dead engine = dead Pvkv

History

During World War 2, the need for tank destroyers became evident, and Germany had great success with the StuG III and StuG IV. Because of the success of those platforms, Sweden decided to create a tank destroyer similar in concept to the StuG's. Landsverk created a design in 1942, based on the chassis of the Strv m/42. It was chosen by the Swedish military and was given the designation Pansarvärnskanonvagn m/43, or Pvkv m/43 for short.

The Pvkv m/43 used the chassis of the Strv m/42, but with a casemate superstructure replacing the turret. The superstructure was located at the front of the vehicle, and the glacis was sloped. It had an open tarp to keep the weight down, and used a tarp to protect the crew from the elements. The Pvkv m/43 had a crew of 4, and was initially armed with a 75mm luftvärnskanonen m/36 antiaircraft gun, modified with a longer barrel for increased armor penetration. The gun could traverse 15 degrees to the left and right. It had a Ksp m/39 machine gun as the secondary armament. It was powered by a Volvo A8B engine producing 360 hp. The gearbox was different than the gearbox of the Strv m/42, and the drive wheels had to be reinforced to handle the increased weight of the vehicle. The Swedish military ordered 87 Pvkv m/43 in 1942, but deliveries were delayed and the last vehicle was delivered in 1948.

In 1954, the vehicle was given an armored roof to better protect the crew. Other improvements included a muzzle break, a gun rest, and a gas ejector. The Strv m/41 was retired from service in 1957, which allowed the two Scania-Vabis L603 engines per vehicle to be used in the Pvkv m/43. The two L603 engines produced less horsepower (320 hp) than the Volvo A8B, but were much more reliable. In 1970, the Pvkv m/43 was retired from service, and the guns were used in static fortifications until 1995.

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Sweden tank destroyers
Strv m/41 derivatives  Spj fm/43-44 · Sav m/43 (1944) · Sav m/43 (1946) · Pvkv II · Pvkv III
Ikv 72/103  Ikv 72 · Ikv 103
Pvkv m/43  Pvkv m/43 (1946) · Pvkv m/43 (1963)
ATGM  UDES 33 · Pbv 302 (BILL) · Pvrbv 551
Other  SAV 20.12.48 · Bkan 1C
Norway  VIDAR

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