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...ng the German invasion of France during World War II. The fast collapse of France prompted the U.S. Army to consider a new doctrine, which resulted in an ind ...uart has fairly thin armour, it can generally protect against most machine guns but will usually not stand up against the main weapons of most enemy tanks

...silver USAAF camouflage more similar to the [[P-51D-20-NA]] or [[P-63C-5 (France)|French P-63C-5]]. Pristine aluminum is not low profile either, but at leas ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...version the YP-84A, except that it had faster firing M3 Browning machines guns. Due to unmitigable problems, the F-84B (and F-84C) fleet only had a short ...on, trigger control is necessary or else the pilot will be left with empty guns in short order. Considered a multi-role aircraft, the F-84B can be utilized

...(into the mid-1960s), several other nations continued to use it including France, Italy and Taiwan (Republic of China), however, Greece continued flying the ...ore trigger control is necessary or else the pilot will be left with empty guns in short order. Considered a multi-role aircraft, the F-84G can be utilise

| link-1 = F6F-5N (France) ...the ability of the 5N to carry two 20 mm cannons and four 12.7 mm machine guns and the addition of the radar. Other than that, the F6F-5N was virtually id

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i ...from the wings and mount them in the fuselage. For the F4-J, wing-mounted guns would not work due to the fuel tanks already outfitted there. All four 20 m

...the glazed nose and bombardier/nose-gunner station and outfit more machine guns and even a 75 mm autocannon for strafing ground targets and especially ship ...been known to set many fighters alight with their dual .50 calibre machine guns and help to prolong the life of this bomber to allow the pilot to make it t

...l, 739 Privateers were built, with some were supplied [[PB4Y-2 (France)|to France]] [[PB4Y-2 (China)|and Taiwan]] as a part of defensive pact. ...be flying at lower altitude, the Privateer comes with 14 Browning machine guns covering the upper portion of the plane as its defensive armaments. However

...orce in 1937, Thailand received 6 aircraft which they used in the war with France during 1940, Turkey with 20 aircraft and Netherlands with 9. ...le, not only because it most often fights aircraft only armed with machine guns, but also because most of the wing area is empty of any fuel tanks. The fue

...great efficiency. To add to this, it has eight Browning M2 .50 cal machine guns to attack soft targets and the unfortunate fighter if you have the chance. ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...otentially down a few enemy aircraft in the process. With two 7 mm machine guns, tracer rounds work best against early aircraft, especially those which are ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...h great efficiency. To add to this, it has 8 x Browning M2 .50 cal machine guns to attack soft targets and the unfortunate jet if you have the chance. Unli ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...otentially down a few enemy aircraft in the process. With two 7 mm machine guns, tracer rounds work best against early aircraft, especially those which are ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...otentially down a few enemy aircraft in the process. With two 7 mm machine guns, tracer rounds work best against early aircraft, especially those which are ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...otentially down a few enemy aircraft in the process. With two 7 mm machine guns, tracer rounds work best against early aircraft, especially those which are ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i * 2 x 7.92 mm MG 17 machine guns, nose-mounted (900 rpg = 1,800 total)

...e 1.59 "Flaming Arrows"]] but was made available in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]] as a reward during [[wt:en/news/5081-esport-victory-tournament-series-ce ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i * 3 x 7.92 mm MG 17 machine guns, nose-mounted (1,000 rpg top/left + 800 rpg right = 2,800 total)

...produced so their impact was negligible; especially when the Germans lost France. Me 410 B-6s were then relegated to rescue missions and a few were found by ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i * 2 x 7.92 mm MG 17 machine guns, fuselage-mounted (1,000 rpg = 2,000 total)

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i <!-- ''Defensive armament with turret machine guns or cannons, crewed by gunners. Examine the number of gunners and what belts

...otentially down a few enemy aircraft in the process. With two 7 mm machine guns, tracer rounds work best against early aircraft, especially those which are ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i * 2 x 7.92 mm MG 17 machine guns, fuselage-mounted (1,000 rpg = 2,000 total)

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i * 8 x 12.7 mm M2 Browning machine guns, wing-mounted (425 rpg = 3,400 total)

| link-1 = Challe's Yak-9T (France) ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...the Spitfire Mk Ia is the mediocre armament. While the 8 Browning machine guns present great volume of fire, they are rather weak and quite limited by con ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...hter to intercept German bombers primarily coming from occupied Norway and France. The Firebrand was originally powered by a Napier Sabre inline engine, thou ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...and {{PAGENAME}} is the armament. The {{PAGENAME}} has four 7.7 mm machine guns, while the [[SB2U-2]] has two. Due to the small number of such aircraft, th ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...he Mosquito ground attack versatility. Finally, upgrade the 7.7 mm machine guns thus "Spading" the Mosquito. ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...ne, pilot, fuel tanks, etc) are unprotected, even from low-calibre machine guns ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...all the aircraft it faces in level flight. The Boston has got four 7.7 mm guns in the nose and two 7.7 mm in the top and bottom lower and upper of the rea ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...round its BR). The defensive armament of 2 separate .303 Vickers K machine guns is sufficient. ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i * 6 x 12.7 mm M3 Browning machine guns, nose-mounted (300 rpg = 1,800 total)

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i * 4 x 12.7 mm M3 Browning machine guns, nose-mounted (300 rpg = 1,200 total)

...nch fighter {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. ...similar BR. It is quick, nimble (to an extent), and powerful. Its machine guns and single propeller-mounted 20 mm do a decent amount of damage. However, i

.... The A-35 had a better engine and other changes for flight performance. France would later receive almost 70 A-35A/Bs during the lend-lease program. ...e four 500 lb bomb loadout. The Vengeance also has six M2 Browning machine guns with 375 rounds per gun; which means that the A-35B has an impressive 30 se

...s the F6F Hellcat fighter-bomber was capable of performing the same tasks. France purchased 110 SB2C-5 Helldivers in 1949 in replacement of their own SBD Dau It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. US pilots may be familiar with the [[SB2C-1c]] and [[SB2C-4]] and this

After World War II, France found itself lacking a proper military to maintain the domain of its overse ...uction to Rank 3 of French aviation. Succeeding the F6F-5 is the [[SB2C-5 (France)|French SB2C-5 Helldiver]], another export US naval aircraft.

...}''' was acquired by France in the years following WWII. During the 1950s, France was still rebuilding its nation and its armed forces, and the easiest way t ...is distinctly capable thanks to the combination of cannons, heavy machine guns, and the addition of a search radar while keeping the ability to provide gr

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i ...n. Each is armed with the same amount of ammunition, which means that both guns will fire together until empty.

...ench bomber {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. ...g bombs are very effective against stationary and hardened targets such as anti-aircraft artillery sites, pillboxes, and bases. Base bombing is very effective from

...total of 140 F-84s of the E and G variants, purchased in the mid-1950s, as France at the time was facing conflicts in many of their overseas domains, while n ...can hold its own and when pressed, the six centrelined M3 Browning machine guns can punch enough holes in an enemy fighter to bring it down. Don't expect t

In the late 1950s, France received around 93 AD-4 airframes as part of the US Navy's surplus. 40 Skyr Introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]], the '''{{Specs|name}}''' is an extremely effective ground striker. It c

...nd other military assets in June 1939. The aircraft also served with Vichy France, although relegated to second line service. Introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]], the {{Specs|name}} lacks the 20 mm cannons and additional 7.5 mm MGs fo

...sive armament for the rear gunner, in the form of additional light machine guns aside from the regular Hispano 404 cannon. ...n [[Update 1.79 "Project X"]]. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The LeO 451 is a versatile high-speed medium bomber that is capable of

...ority, however it performed much better against Italian forces in southern France. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. The LeO 451 is a versatile high-speed medium bomber that is capable of

...he theater until the Battle of Dien Bien Phu which was a decisive loss for France. Six of these PB4Ys were sent back to America while the rest were shipped t Introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]], the '''{{Specs|name}}''' is essentially the same as the PB4Ys in the Am

...e gunner. Speed will be essential to avoiding being shot by larger calibre guns, as the side armour may richochet enemy shells if you are lucky. The engine === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...des of the hull were removed at that stage, as the three remaining machine guns on the main hull were deemed adequate for anti-infantry purposes. They also ...M3A1 has fairly thin armour, it can generally protect against most machine guns and some smaller (20 mm) cannons, but will usually not stand up against the

...he most machine guns on a tank in the game. There are nine visible machine guns, two on the turret, four in the hull sponsons, two fixed in the front hull, === Machine guns ===

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...rret-mounted machine guns. The hull weapons were all M1919A4 light machine guns, two fixed and one in a ball mount for use by the co-drivers, but these wer === Machine guns ===

...ess, its armour is still effective against enemy fire from smaller calibre guns. The 75 mm M3 tank gun is positioned in the M34 gun mantlet with the perisc === Machine guns ===

...ppears, which can be easily penetrated by even weak and small calibre tank guns. === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

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...gh it with little effort. Give the German Long 88, Soviet 122mm, and 152mm guns the respect they deserve; they can easily knock the Jumbo out in one shot r === Machine guns ===

...erman) family]]. Approximately 100 M4A3E2s were up-gunned to 76 mm M1 tank guns in February 1945, using supplies salvaged from knocked-out late-generation === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} American Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft (SPAA) gun {{Battle-rating}}. It was one of the first American tanks to be ...re still passed on. All feature, [[M2HB (12.7 mm)|Browning]] heavy machine guns. But at this point, the similarities end. Both M13 and M16 have only one we

...t between July 1942 and May 1943 in response to a requirement for a mobile anti-aircraft vehicle. It evolved from a series of unsuccessful prototypes tested between * Armour is extremely thin- coaxial guns attached to other tanks can easily knock out the crew

When the German Wehrmacht overrun France in 1940, the US Army began to re-evaluate their anti-tank strategy and inve ...non will penetrate the armour. Vehicles with autocannons or heavy machines guns are often the deadliest for the crew, especially strafing aircraft. The veh

...nse to the threat of German armoured units that contributed to the Fall of France, the United States developed the Tank Destroyer Branch whose purpose was to ...tanks used up to battle rating 6.0, making it one of the most widely used guns throughout the battle ratings and with M18 being the first tanks to use it

The Fall of France by the German military has led the United States to frantically find ways t === Machine guns ===

...nown for its amazing frontal armour, hard to penetrate for the majority of guns at its rank. Even with its great frontal armour, a few enemies can still de === Machine guns ===

The {{PAGENAME}} was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]] as part of War Thunder's [[wt:en/news/5066-special-war-thunder-5-years-e === Machine guns ===

Following the defeat in France, the British military was left in a state of equipment shortage and were in ...ofile, tends to make close tanks difficult to hit. Note that the different guns can be assigned different keys to be separately used, so it is possible to

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...potential and a very good gun handling. It is one of the most widely used guns throughout rank III and with M18 being the first tanks to use it, it gives === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...oduced, its turret was removed for space for cargo, 8 personnel, or to tow guns. ...at it appears. The M18 GMCs were present during the Battle of Arracourt in France as the 704th Tank Destroyer Battalion. Lt. Edwin Leiper led an M18 platoon

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...SMC) has fairly thin armour, it can generally protect against most machine guns and some smaller (20 mm) cannons, but will usually not stand up against the === Machine guns ===

...saw combat for the first time in 1944. It was destroyed during a battle in France in November 1944, but it was later restored and reassigned. In late 1944, t ....1 mm added on top of the base armour. Guns like the Panzer IV 75 mm KwK40 guns that are unable to cleave through the front glacis can push their luck in t

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...or ambush the enemy. Its gun may have a good Rate of Fire, but many other guns of its rank, such as the British 2-pounder, will reload faster than you. Ho * One of the best guns in Rank I, can penetrate most things it comes up against and destroy them i

...from other SPGs. It is an open-topped vehicle, and since it has no machine guns, it is very vulnerable to air attack. ...s an infantry support vehicle and showed its limits during the invasion of France and the Low Countries. The weight of the gun and the additional armour stro

...vehicles ever built were completed in early 1941, long after the Battle of France had ended. The tank chassis was taken from the reliable [[Pz.IV E|Panzer IV ...P-47D-22 RE (France)|P-47]] can do this in just a few seconds with machine guns alone. The only plus side is perhaps that the 5 crew members are spread out

...ring installed on the commander's cupola to accommodate the mounting of an anti-aircraft light machine gun. There are additionally five S-Mine dischargers on the hu === Machine guns ===

...rman heavy tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.47 "Big Guns"]]. ...t. It will do incredible damage to any tank you encounter, except SPAA, AA guns, or AI artillery. You may struggle with some heavier tanks like the IS-1, I

...ng on what you are facing) but going under that is getting into the Allied guns' effective range. === Machine guns ===

...ng on what you are facing) but going under that is getting into the Allied guns' effective range. === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...ll bullets. It was, however, vulnerable to several high-velocity anti-tank guns at the period. The Panzer II C variant was ordered to keep the factories wo === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...round. It's often a good idea to clear bushes and fences with your machine guns quickly before taking a shot. HEATFS also possesses sub-par post-penetratio === Machine guns ===

...ring was mounted on the commander's cupola to allow for the mounting of an anti-aircraft light machine gun. A single-speed turret power traverse system was also int === Machine guns ===

...sufficiently armoured. The German Heereswaffenamt decided to combine light anti-aircraft cannons with a light tank chassis. Since the Panzer I light tank chassis wa ...rds, it's especially troublesome on the flat, hard surfaces where other AA guns of the BR can often do over double the maximum speed. Where it has an advan

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...ont armour on the hull and turret which makes it immune to 12.7 mm machine guns that are commonplace at its tier, however, the sides can be penetrated with === Machine guns ===

...her vehicles of their rank, while also being armed with extremely powerful guns. ..., the commander, driver, loader, and gunner. Initial variants lack machine guns, so the StuG was required to work with support units to ensure it does not

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...d turret front armour. This makes it frontally immune to many reserve-tier guns, particularly Japanese, French, and Italian ones. But while it is harder to === Machine guns ===

...of existing designs. Following the second option, future StuG III assault guns would be deployed for anti-armour roles, an entirely different task that t ...f armour on the superstructure, the StuG III Ausf. F is vulnerable to most guns that it faces, and even to lower rank vehicles if they get close enough. I

...Panzer III medium tanks on the same production lines with StuG III assault guns. ...ks - [[M4 Sherman (Family)|M4 Shermans]] are easy targets, but their 75 mm guns can penetrate the StuG's frontal armour if unangled. 76 mm-armed Shermans a

The side and rear armour of the Jagdpanther is extremely thin (AA guns often can penetrate) and should be protected at all costs (as your ammuniti === Machine guns ===

...light tank {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]]. ...e main cannon's exterior mounting also means it can be disabled by machine guns and shrapnel.

...es were installed around the turret cupola to serve as a base for a Fla-MG anti-aircraft machine gun. === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...944, the weapon was eventually made available to the entire German army in France. ...pical of other armoured half-tracks, enough to block rifle-calibre machine guns from most angles, but practically non-existent against any anti-tank weapon

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...able for its calibre and power, though still quite slow comparing to other guns. Thus the Brummbär should stay behind cover during the reload, and aim car ...even the side armour, being relatively thin for its rank. Regardless, most guns of the rank can penetrate the Brummbär frontally from medium ranges, so be

...amily)|Leopard 1]] for West Germany and the [[AMX-30 (Family)|AMX-30]] for France. In the early 1960s, the Bundeswehr still used American M41 Walker Bulldog === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...to 2-3 shots before knocking out all of your crew. Beware of heavy machine guns (common on American tanks) and autocannons (common on German and Italian ta === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...r a different gun mantlet. The armour will protect against smaller calibre guns and autocannons, but should not be relied upon against most tanks it faces === Machine guns ===

...ed self-propelled anti-aircraft gun family. Two 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine guns are mounted in a turret on a BTR-152 and are manually operated by a single ...ring battles. Despite being armed with only two 14.5 mm KPVT heavy machine guns, they can cause significant damage to enemy aircraft. Some lightly armoured

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...h the German army having to call in air support or heavy towed 88 mm field guns every time one of these 1940 model KVs was encountered. === Machine guns ===

...stable. The A13 Mark I was part of the British Expeditionary Force sent to France, and equipped units in the 1^st Armoured Division, however, most ...er expose yourself for an extended period of time since even anti-aircraft guns are capable of damaging your light tank. In muddy terrain, however, the A13

...13 Mark IIA, was produced with extra hull armour. The tank was utilized in France in 1940 and in the early stages of the war in North Africa before being ret === Machine guns ===

...rmans learned to fear during World War II, from the hedgerows of Normandy, France, to the hills of Italy and the plains of the Netherlands. It was a clever, === Machine guns ===

...this, its armour remains effective against enemy fire from lesser calibre guns. The 75 mm M3 tank gun is mounted in the M34 gun mantlet with the periscope === Machine guns ===

...campaign. The chassis of this light tank was modified in order to produce anti-aircraft, fire support, observation, communication, bulldozer, and recovery vehicle ...compartment and the fighting compartment. Thus, vehicles with low-calibre guns (e.g. [[M5A1]], [[M22]]) will need a few shots to destroy you. However, aga

...nd [[M24]] as they have proper vertical stabiliser and can stabilise their guns at slightly higher speeds. The turret rotation is just as fast as the Crusa === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

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...ls also very good damage for such a small calibre. A good trait of British guns is their high rate of fire, and the Churchill's 57 mm is no exception. This === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...moured Division, the 1st had lost most of their equipment in the Battle of France and the 6th was a newly formed unit. While these units were sent to North A === Machine guns ===

...to avoid directly facing tank destroyers since they tend to have powerful guns able to easily knock the Valentine out. The crew compartment is rather cram === Machine guns ===

Rank 1 guns will have difficulty penetrating this tank because their penetration is gen ...annon has an adequate reload speed of ~6 seconds which is on par with most guns of this calibre. This is slower than the Valentine I's 3-second reload as w

...250 mm. This makes the Tortoise borderline immune to most attacks from the guns found at its BR, even the mighty Russian [[D-25T (122 mm)|122 mm D-25T cann ...st these and will frequently be pierced. There are also some large calibre guns capable knocking out the Tortoise by shooting HE shells into its roof and t

...has a power-operated one-crew turret with four 7.92 mm BESA light machine guns. ...ately strafe you. Despite being armed with four 7.92 mm BESA light machine guns, the damage is still insignificant, and players may need to score numerous

...riority over the battlefields of north-west Europe, none of these Crusader Anti-Aircraft modifications saw considerable use against aircraft, however, a few were us ...re also results in a decrease in anti-tank capability, as the Crusader III Anti-Aircraft Mark II will struggle to engage practically any type of enemy armoured vehi

...air superiority and a lack of Luftwaffe targets, necessitating much fewer anti-aircraft platforms. ...Crusader III Anti-Aircraft Mark I struggled in this duty. The 40 mm Bofors anti-aircraft gun fires slowly with low-velocity ammunition, making it difficult to targe

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...ais. It took part in the four-day Siege of Calais as part of the Battle of France. Unfortunately, all of its tanks were destroyed, and many of its soldiers w ...your opponent. Never expose yourself for too long since even anti-aircraft guns can penetrate your light armour. However, in muddy terrain, the A13 Mark I

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...the second line. Note that you can assign a key to use only one of the two guns, with this method you can select as a primary weapon the 75 mm gun, allowin <!-- ''Some tanks are armed with several guns in one or more turrets. Evaluate the additional weaponry and give advice on

...hich is nice for dealing with lightly armoured targets such as open-topped anti-aircraft vehicles and SPGs. === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...ground-vehicles-in-war-thunder-en|premium pack]] in [[Update 1.73 "Vive la France"]] and was removed from the store after [[wt:en/news/6694-shop-may-sale-in- === Machine guns ===

...[[Cannone da 90/50 M3A1 (90 mm)|90 mm Cannone da 90/50 M3A1]] and machine guns which will come in handy against lightly armoured vehicles. Overall, it is === Machine guns ===

...ed the same 47 mm SA 34 gun used by the Char B1 and was used on mainland France between 1936 and 1937. The tank was considered poorly armoured, even for  === Machine guns ===

...n guns, but they were destroyed or captured during the fall of Belgium. In France, production continued at a slower pace, with less than 50 vehicles made. Th === Machine guns ===

...is the first variant of the [[AMX-13 (Family)|AMX-13 light tank family]]. France had been fighting in the First Indochina War for six years by February 1952 ...rret front area where 40 mm sloped at ~60° will defeat some small calibre guns. However, although the turret's front armour is good, this does not mean yo

...ny of these variants, such as the self-propelled gun (SPG), self-propelled anti-aircraft (SPAA), armoured personal carrier (APC), and anti-tank guided missile (ATGM === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

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...nce)|M4A4 variant]] to be equipped with high-velocity 75 mm SA50 L/57 tank guns. The high-velocity 75 mm SA50 L/57 tank gun was known as the M-50 in Israel ...er V Panther (Family)|Panther medium tanks]] during the German conquest of France inspired the high-velocity 75 mm SA50 L/57 tank gun. However, when compared

...were substantially provided to Britain, the Soviet Union, China, and Free France through the lend-lease program. The M4A1 appears to have been used for the ...y gun mount compared to the future M34A1 which all future 75 mm M4 Sherman guns are mounted. This lowers the area the gun mantlet covers to contribute to t

...ent guns. However, its armour should not be relied upon; most reserve tank guns are capable of penetrating its raw armour thickness and have faster reloads === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...red production due to geopolitical shifts linked to the formation of NATO, France's integration into the alliance, and the supply of M47 Patton tanks by the === Machine guns ===

...n it is angled up and to the side, it could potentially be a weak spot for anti-aircraft vehicles if they are at an angle compared to you. === Machine guns ===

...lenging a German bridgehead over the Meuse river. Upon the capitulation of France, the Germans would utilize the FCM.36 in their military, with one notable u === Machine guns ===

...d. The hull sides and rears are very weak, they are all 30 mm plates. Even anti-aircraft vehicles doing side shots will penetrate this tank fast (for example, the [ === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...e line, increasing total ammo count, radio (upgrades) and fuel tanks until France's capitulation in 1940. ...fficiency, which while strong, can be flat penned by specialized anti-tank guns, and may need to be angled in case of facing such foes.

...r II]], from which it takes its sloped frontal armour and tall profile. As France was reviving from WW2, its engineers were hard at work to catch up with tan === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...me}}''' was mainly issued to US Army Forces due to low production numbers. France operated a large number of M4A3E2 tanks in the early post-war period, s ....1 mm added on top of the base armour. Guns like the Panzer IV 75 mm KwK40 guns that are unable to cleave through the front glacis can push their luck in t

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

In the early 1950s, France started the development of a 120 mm-armed AMX-50 in response to the perceiv ...our armour will start to become difficult to penetrate for most lower rank guns you'll encounter. Overall this tank, while being a heavy tank, is not meant

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...family]]. Due to a scarcity of self-propelled anti-air (SPAA) vehicles in France following World War II, attempts were undertaken in the 1950s to repurpose ...nderpowered and thus obsolete. Several projects were launched using Bofors guns. Among them was the AMX-13 DCA canon de 40 mm using the hull of the AMX-13

...1.75 "La Résistance"]]. With its four 13.2 mm Hotchkiss Mle 1930 machine guns, it poses a certain threat to enemy aircraft while featuring poor mobility The P.7.T AA is a very classic interwar anti-air defence system with its guns mounted on a mobile but vulnerable chassis.

...carry a 25 mm anti-tank gun, but only ten were produced and issued before France surrendered. ...mbs and strafing aircraft. Distance is your main defense since most rank 1 guns are inaccurate, often missing such a small target. Any penetrating shot fro

The '''AMX-30 Défense Contre Avion (DCA)''' is a self-propelled anti-aircraft modification of the [[AMX-30 (1972)|AMX-30B (Model 1972)]], which is the se ...ate 1.75 "La Résistance"]], the AMX-30 DCA is a dependable self-propelled anti-aircraft platform that will protect allies during conflicts. With a high rate of fir

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...orces during that time period. The tanks participated in actions in Italy, France, and Western Germany. Particularly remarkable was the M10's role with the F === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

..., which was founded during World War II and participated in the Battle of France in 1940. ...ent guns. However, its armour should not be relied upon; most reserve tank guns are capable of penetrating its raw armour thickness and have faster reloads

...erc (Family)|Leclerc main battle tank]] in the 1990s, the AMX-30 served as France's main battle tank. More than 3,500 units were produced, and it was also ex === Machine guns ===

...improve the tank was to replace the main gun, as was already being done in France at the time with the M-50 and [[M-51]] for the Israelis. However, attemptin ...er V Panther (Family)|Panther medium tanks]] during the German conquest of France. With an autoloader, the M4A1 (FL10) is capable of firing once every 5 seco

<!-- ''Some tanks are armed with several guns in one or more turrets. Evaluate the additional weaponry and give advice on === Machine guns ===

...e survived the invasion, but after the armistice leaving the tank in Vichy France, it was seized by the Italians. There is no further concrete information on ...mm thick armour all around, causing headaches even to dedicated anti-tank guns. While it also suffers the same downsides as the [[B1 bis]]: slow speeds, h

...Obusier de 155 mm Modèle 50 alongside a roof-mounted 20 mm autocannon for anti-aircraft defence. A new project emerged in the early 1950s, the Batignolles Chatillo ...as very little armour, and in some places can be shot through with machine guns. The machine-gunner (operating the 20 mm gun) is completely standing in the

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...|20 mm Ho-5 cannons]] that allow you to preserve ammo by alternating which guns you use. They typically have a low ammo count but have a much higher fire r ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells <!-- Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon. -->

...own. Thus, it was produced and implemented in tandem with similar machine guns such as the [[MG42 (7.92 mm)|MG42]].<ref>Bishop 2002, 245-246</ref> ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

The '''20 mm/70 Oerlikon Mk.II''' is a rapid-firing anti-aircraft cannon that played a crucial role in World War II and beyond. Developed by ...llowed it to be mounted on ground vehicles, making it a popular choice for anti-aircraft defence.

The '''20 mm FlaK38''' is a German anti-aircraft cannon. ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells <!-- ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.'' -->

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells <!-- ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.'' -->

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells <!-- ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.'' -->

...n 1938. This tank, whilst not in the game, saw service in North Africa and France alongside other tanks such as the A13. ...e Army before they were phased out for the QF 6-pounder, and the remaining guns were sent to Home Guard Anti-tank sections across the United Kingdom.

...vehicles was added in update [[Update_1.73_"Vive_la_France"|1.73 "Vive la France"]]. '''Machine guns'''

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i ...from the wings and mount them in the fuselage. For the F4-J, wing-mounted guns would not work due to the fuel tanks already outfitted there. All four 20 m

...ated when Italian tankettes and German Panzer I's, armed with only machine guns and simple 13 mm armour, went up against the Soviet [[T-26|T-26]], which ha ...to their strong armour against their inadequate guns. While the Battle of France did not incite Germany to quickly upgrade their armour and armament due to

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...in the Pacific, participating in carrier screen force, escort duties, and anti-aircraft duty. On 13th October 1944, during the Battle of Leyte, she provided light, ...You will have a chance of detonating the ammunition stowage for the front guns which will normally kill the whole ship.

===France=== * The sounds of aircraft automatic cannons and machine guns over long distances have been reworked. Now sounds which are sourced from a

===France=== ===France===

===France=== ===France===

===France=== * The vertical elevation speed of cannons for tanks and self-propelled guns where the guidance was done manually with a shoulder rest has been increase

...craft battles 80 x 80 Miles (128 x 128 km), covering the coast of Britain, France and the English Channel (La Manche). ...m the port of Boulogne-sur-Mer at the end of May 1940 during the Battle of France.

<nowiki>*</nowiki> Due to classifications of wheeled assault guns, PLT02 belongs to artillery corps; while ZLT11 belongs to mechanized corps. |G – {{Annotation|高射炮|Gāoshèpào}} – Anti-aircraft gun ''(literally: High firing gun)''

...under half of the county of Kent, the Strait of Dover, and a small part of France (in the southeast corner of the map, usually well outside the playable area ...east and south (to a size of 128 km x 128 km), so it include the north of France and more of the channel in the playable area.

...of the helicopter, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in battle, also what ammunition belts or drums are better to use. If th ...nd [[Chieftain Marksman]]: The Marksman anti-air system available on these anti-aircraft is really dangerous on medium-long distances. With powerful radar, high tur

...mbat, and it means that pilots and critical components are very exposed to anti-aircraft fire. ...of the helicopter, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in battle, also what ammunition belts or drums are better to use. If th

...France flag.png|130px|link=Category:France ships]][[:Category:France ships|France]]</div> [[:Category:Naval_machine_guns|Machine guns]]{{-}}[[:Category:Naval_cannons|Cannons]]{{-}}[[:Category:Naval_special_arm

...ies and was churning out aircraft using the latest technology. Britain and France quickly realized they were well behind the manufacturing capacity of German ...well as a set of two .50 cal mounted in the wings and two .50 cal machine guns mounted in the nose.

===France=== ...mulator Battles game mode have been moved within the cover of the Airfield anti-aircraft batteries.

* '''Anti-Aircraft''': While in a ground vehicle, destroy 100 air vehicles. '''France'''

The AMX-10RC has a 105 mm/47 F2 BK MECA gun, similar to the 105 mm guns found on the AMX-30s. The gun is a medium pressure gun, meaning it has a re === Machine guns ===

...is one of the most pressing aspects of the AUBL/74, as even light machine guns have a chance of damaging it at close range. Despite this, the FIAT platfor ...described as "glass cannon", as it can be damaged even by 7.62 mm machine guns at close range, particularly in the engine area. It will, however, still pr

...[[Cannone da 90/50 M3A1 (90 mm)|90 mm Cannone da 90/50 M3A1]] and machine guns which will come in handy against lightly armoured vehicles. Overall, it is === Machine guns ===

...ty. Its main drawback was the lack of armour, even heavier calibre machine guns could pose a serious threat to the crew inside. However, due to how easy it ...armour is so weak that it cannot even protect against .50 calibre machine guns: play carefully.

* Tank destroyers with long guns that can penetrate from long range like the Marder III, the Marder III H, t ...T shells like the M4A3 (105), the Pz.III N, the StuH 42 G, the M4A3 (105) (France) or the Sav m/43 (1946),

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

* Tank destroyers with long guns that can penetrate from long range like the Marder III, the Marder III H, t ...T shells like the M4A3 (105), the Pz.III N, the StuH 42 G, the M4A3 (105) (France) or the Sav m/43 (1946),

...has three Oerlikon 20 mm cannons for a secondary armament. These are great guns that will deal well against aircraft and PT boats, but they will rip into l ...asily shredded by heavy machine guns, when close enough even light machine guns can go trough

...critical crew member. With a crew complement of 12 predominately operating guns above deck, this boat can be knocked out relatively easily. The quad [[Oerl ...ry armament control switch is set to the ON position. It is unsuitable for anti-aircraft because of the problems mentioned above and the fact that it has poor eleva

...ent is typical of PT boats, being common 40 mm Bofors and Browning machine guns. The AN-M2 machine guns can fire until they run out of ammo, overall these are mostly used against

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

...gunners from shrapnel. S-100 was sunk while anchored in Le Havre harbour, France on 15th June 1944. ...mour plate. With addition of the ability to use both secondary and primary guns with a single trigger, this gun became the main source of damage against en

...e T22 was built with four 10.5 cm SK C/32 cannons with 100 rounds per gun. Anti-aircraft protection was made up of two twin 3.7 cm SK C/30 cannons and five 2 cm C/3 ...atic cannons in a quadruple mount. The T22 boasts a formidable short range anti-aircraft and anti-shipping capabilities, being able to fire a rain of devastating bu

...y superficial; while they may stop low-calibre machine guns, heavy machine guns and cannons will easily penetrate them at any range. The hull and superstru ...in 12.7 mm Vickers Mk.V mounts are unable to depress far enough to get the guns on target.

...tal boats due to her having a detailed damage model to absorb most machine guns and autocannons. The Brantford is a direct step up from the Liscomb in ever ...This alone renders her hull completely immune to most low-calibre machine guns, and highly resilient against 20 mm autocannons that are quite common at he

...1939 to enforce the non-interventionist agreements reached by Britain and France during the Spanish Civil War. She was transferred from the Mediterranean Fl ...royer vs. destroyer area, thanks to her 4 x 120 mm 4.7 inch/45 Mk.XII main guns. Her mobility is also remarkable, but the less appealing aspects are her la

...al-purpose guns instead of the more usual light cruiser armament of 6-inch guns. She is similar in design concept to the [[USS Atlanta|USS ''Atlanta'']]. ...ide of the magazines. This means that only plunging fire from high calibre guns can be expected to reach the magazines.

...ammunition to engage enemy destroyers and cover allies with its excellent anti-aircraft capability. However, in comparison to many other destroyers, its speed rema ...ttery guns. The 40 mm 2-Pounder "Pom-Pom" and 20 mm Oerlikon anti-aircraft guns are protected by 12.7 mm of hardened steel.

...tration and a higher damage effect than medium and general purpose machine guns. This makes it much more effective in engaging weakly armoured enemy vehicl {{Navigation-Line|Other (France)}}{{Specs-Link|fr_vbci2_mct30}}

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells <!-- ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.'' -->

...n KAD''' is a 20 x 139 mm gas/blowback autocannon which was mainly used in anti-aircraft roles. The Oerlikon KAD went by two other names, the Hs.820 and M139. ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...for tanks, armoured cars and anti-aircraft vehicles. The Hotchkiss was for France the equivalent of the [[M2HB_(12.7_mm)|M2 Browning]] heavy machine gun. ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...t important users and producers of armoured cars. Starting from 1916, when France started to produce its first tanks, numerous studies were launched to prope ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...m/s from 1935 onward. This allowed the French gun to catch up with modern guns somewhat, though it is still considered relatively weak. Weighing 110 kg wi ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...capacity and was more adapted to battles. France didn't use a lot of these guns, they might only have produced about 250 and they were mainly used for colo ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...convoy escort duties. On 15th August 1944, during the invasion of Southern France, Somers sunk German corvette UJ6081 and sloop SG21 at the Battle of Port Cr ...22 turrets. This gives Somers incredible anti-surface firepower, as these guns have 22 rounds/minute rate of fire with 40 rounds of ready-rack ammunition

...will introduce this concept for three nations: Germany, Great Britain, and France. In future, we hope to include the United States, Russian Empire, Italy, an * 1 x 7.92 mm IMG 08 machine guns (500 rpg)

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...ite lacking at first with only barely armoured half-tracks bearing machine guns, though make up with saturation of fire to whittle down aircraft. This prog ...position and then relying on their guns to defeat the enemy. However, the guns also lack a comfortable amount of long-distance penetration power, so there

...Ground Forces, believed the best anti-tank weapon were the towed anti-tank guns. In November 1941, the new, independent Tank Destroyer Branch was formed at ...troyer’s confidence in their firepower, leading to the belief that their guns were still adequate up until the Normandy Campaign.<ref name="ZalogaM10"/>

...an tanks in-game, what is the earliest fire-and-forget missile [[:Category:Anti-aircraft vehicles|AA vehicle]]. ...hy do the German tech tree [[G.91 (Family)|G.91s]] lose half their machine guns or cannons just cause you want to use [[AA-20 Nord|Nord AAs]], which [[:Cat

...ube.com/watch?v=hcbTgdO_SKc BFFs]''' - Hitbox Extender, Pro Spotter, BFFs, Anti-Aircraft Rocket, It Was an Accident. ...rv-agH0 Going right through]''' - Gotta go fast, Captain Neo, Unstoppable, Anti-aircraft torpedo, Going right through.

...is a column of AI ground vehicles made up of tanks, trucks, and mobile AA guns. It advances from the allied team’s rear toward the front line. When it r Every airfield is defended by ten anti-aircraft ground units, they spawn around the airfield and consist of three different

===France=== * [[Vautour IIA IDF/AF (France)|Vautour IIA IDF/AF]] (pack)

...s before providing naval gunfire for the Allied troops landing in southern France. Postwar, she was put into reserve in 1947, before being transferred to the ...], which is in a later configuration. With 15 {{Annotation|6-inch|152 mm}} guns with an exceptional fire rate of 6 seconds with a good crew, Brooklyn is le

...h severe drawbacks, being not agile at all and a very big target for enemy anti-aircraft fire. It is, however, quite fast, being able to consistently maintain 300 k ...nose of the helicopter, in front of the landing gear struts. These machine guns can be loaded with one of four different ammo belts (Default, Universal, Tr

...apted to carry Eastern-bloc weapons such as 57 mm rockets, 7.62 mm machine guns, and anti-tank missiles. Out of the 250 units produced, 125 were used by th ...h SA 316B Alouette III, but also has some advantages. It can equip machine guns for aerial combat, as well as Malyutka-2 ATGMs and S-5K rockets for ground

...of the helicopter, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in battle, also what ammunition belts or drums are better to use. If th ...warn you of their presence. The same applies to radar-guided anti-aircraft guns.

...warn you of their presence. The same applies to radar-guided anti-aircraft guns. {{France helicopters}}

...pe in November of 1944 and first assigned to the U.S. 2nd Cavalry Group in France. The M24 gradually entered widespread use by December 1944, some ''Chaffees ...designs, such as the ''[[M19|M19 TGMC anti-air gun]]'' and self-propelled guns with the ''M37 105 mm HMC'' and ''M41 155 mm HMC''.

| link = H-34 (France) * 4 x 12.7 mm M3 Browning machine guns (500 rpg = 2,000 total) + 32 x FFAR Mighty Mouse rockets

...tary variants were fitted with all sorts of armament, from 7.62 mm machine guns, to fixed 20 mm cannons, SS.11 ATGMs, Mk.44 torpedoes and rocket pods. * No guns for close combat

...t was exported to Israel, El Salvador and Honduras, and it helped solidify France as a major weapons producer. ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...er, the G.91 R/4 can use its incredible roll and turn rates to quickly get guns on target, as well as to dodge the typically less manoeuvrable fighters tha ...taking any hits. Even low calibre fire, such as that from .50 cal machine guns, can cripple an R/4 nigh-immediately and necessitate an immediate return-to

The '''Vautour IIA''' was a jet-powered attack aircraft designed by France during the 1950s. It was operated by Israel alongside the IIN variant. Arme ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

A larger gun calibre whilst retaining the same number of guns as on the regular Type 1936 results in a displacement of 3,597 tons and a s ...ts aft and one twin mount at the front. The large calibre of these cruiser guns result in a rather slow reload of 7.5 seconds and therefore a maximum of 8

...on the previous ship, except now with another twin turret for a total of 8 guns in 4 turrets. They keep the fast reload of 7.5 seconds (with ace crew) alon === Anti-aircraft armament ===

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...equipped on, allowing them to easily destroy smaller targets that the main guns can't engage. ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

The '''4 in QF Mark V''' is a British naval gun intended for anti-aircraft and short-range naval combat. ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

The '''2 cm/65 C/38''' is a German WWII light naval anti-aircraft cannon found on many minesweepers, motor torpedo boats, destroyers, and cru ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

The '''20 mm/70 Oerlikon Mark V''' is a rapid-firing anti-aircraft cannon that has been in service for over six decades. Developed in the 1940 ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...nti-aircraft single mounting fitted with either captured Bofors 40 mm L/60 guns, or those produced under German occupation during WWII. ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...craft dual or quad mounting of water-cooled, US-produced Bofors 40 mm L/60 guns. ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...le mounting that consists of a water-cooled, US-produced Bofors 40 mm L/60 guns. ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

The '''76 mm/45 QF 3in 20cwt''' is a British anti-aircraft cannon. Originally seeing use in the Royal Navy prior World War I, the cann ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...tish naval autocannon, used as a primary armament for coastal ships and an anti-aircraft weapon on bluewater ships. ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

=== France === === France ===

...battle tanks replaced the [[AMX-30 (Family)|AMX-30 main battle tanks]] as France's primary armoured platform. All variants of the Leclerc main battle tanks === Machine guns ===

...the [[Leopard I]], isn't enough to stop anything apart from heavy machine guns and 30 mm shells (although the sides and the rear are vulnerable even to 20 === Machine guns ===

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells <!-- ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.'' -->

|market=AMX 50 Surblindé (France) At the end of WWII, France found itself dependant on foreign military aid, and rushed to develop its m

The Type 96 cannon is a 25 mm naval anti-aircraft automatic cannon that can be found on many WWII-era motor torpedo boats, su ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...es a unique paintjob. The Bf 110 C-6 comes armed with four 7.92 mm machine guns and a single 30 mm cannon; as well as the rear-facing turret. The 20 mm MG/ ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...4 mm thick steel. This is enough to repel damage from low calibre machine-guns, but does little against the cannons and autocannons commonly found at this ...600 g of TNT, less than the 700 - 900 g usually found on British destroyer guns.

=== France === === France ===

...e yet sleek appearance, a high top speed, six .50 caliber Browning machine guns, and a huge payload of bombs and rockets. It has competitive performance fo ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...erally be shrugged off, particularly when hull down. However more powerful guns such as the [[Pz.IV F2]]'s long 75 mm can destroy the tank easily, so care === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...hull is vulnerable can be vulnerable to overmatching from 75 mm and larger guns. ...the front that can be vulnerable to penetrations from even relatively weak guns at close ranges.

...erally be shrugged off, particularly when hull down. However more powerful guns such as the [[Pz.IV F2]]'s long 75 mm can destroy the tank easily, so care === Machine guns ===

...l and a very good gun handling. It is one of the most widely used Anerican guns throughout this rank with M18 being the first tanks to use it - it gives it === Machine guns ===

...ing planes and lightly armoured vehicles. Since both the 152 mm and 122 mm guns are installed on the same chassis, which was also utilized for the heavy ta ...hicker armour section (100 mm) covers the curved gun mantlet. Against tank guns, this level of protection is inadequate as the ISU-122's armour plates are

...Revolution; on the other hand, ROCA acquired ten M36B2 from the surplus of France after their loss in Indochina, these GMCs were then utilized as mobile arti === Machine guns ===

...r to that of the T-54. Unfortunately, the T-62 tends to face more powerful guns at its BR, so its armour is not nearly as effective for its BR as the T-54' === Machine guns ===

...duties over the older [[EC-665 Tiger HAP|HAP]] model. In 2022, Airbus and France reached an agreement to upgrade the existing Tiger HADs into [[Tiger HAD Bl ! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs)

...light support and escort duties over conventional anti-tank role. In 2015, France opted to upgrade their HAP fleet into the [[EC-665 Tiger HAD|HAD]] anti-tan ...EC-665 can be tremendously improved, thanks to this, it is not detected by anti-aircraft at all and will be hard to spot unless thermals are being used.

...ns of the Eurocopter Tiger, along with the HAP, HAD and ARH models used by France, Spain, and Australia, respectively. The UHT stands for Unterstützungshubs ...EC-665 can be tremendously improved, thanks to this, it is not detected by anti-aircraft at all and will be hard to spot unless thermals are being used.

...of the helicopter, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in battle, also what ammunition belts or drums are better to use. If th ...the Netherlands, Norway and Argentina, while other countries like Germany, France, Denmark, South Korea, Brazil and Portugal, to name a few, still use varian

...a-70 rocket pods up to the fearsome AGM-114B Hellfire guided missiles. The guns return with the option to take a 20 mm Oerlikon cannon and regardless of yo ...of the helicopter, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in battle, also what ammunition belts or drums are better to use. If th

The Arethusa's main armament consists of six BL 6-inch Mark XXIII guns mounted in three twin turrets. These have a relatively fast rate of fire, a ...ntless. Combined with the fact that the Arethusa can also elevate her main guns up to 60 degrees, this allows her to effectively engage aircraft, especiall

...nzer IVs, however, a small number of Panthers and Tigers were also used by France. A number of Panthers were captured at the Battle of Dompaire after the Fre === Machine guns ===

=== France === * [[M3A3 Stuart (France)|M3A3]]

=== France === * [[F-100D (France)|F-100D]]

...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i * 2 x 7.5 mm MAC 1934 machine guns, nose-mounted (500 rpg = 1,000 total)

...ry command structure in 1967, deployed F-100s were transferred to bases in France vacated by the USAF. The last unit using the F100 was the 4/11 Jura Squadro ...firing its rockets and then boogieing out of the area to ensure the ground anti-aircraft fire nor any trailing fighters gain a targeting solution on you. Some pilot

...the main one positioned at the far back of the hull. Following the fall of France in 1940, a few of these vehicles were taken over by the Germans and designa === Machine guns ===

...tank family]]. The ACRA research and development program was initiated in France in 1961 and was designed as a supersonic anti-tank guided missile (ATGM) th === Machine guns ===

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells <!-- ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.'' -->

...ps tend to have greater or even wholly superior shells available for their guns than compared to other nations, especially their potent SAP shells. ...[[IJN Akizuki]] is an exception for the branch, having exceptionally good anti-aircraft weaponry, not just among Japanese ships, but other destroyers as well.

=== France === === France ===

...y set their convergence and then fight within that range, the four machine guns should be more than sufficient to take down most enemy fighters. ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...y set their convergence and then fight within that range, the four machine guns should be more than sufficient to take down most enemy fighters. ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs) !! Lead indicator ...rare feature, present only in a few select aircraft, such as the [[F-86K (France)|F-86K]], [[Lim-5P]] and the unwieldy [[Vautour IIN (Israel)]]. However, th

...osive and high-explosive anti-tank shells. As the developer of the AML-90, France used it extensively, using it for police work, counter-insurgency, and reco ...since the AML-90's lack of armour means that any shot, even heavy machine guns, can and likely will result in death. Therefore, it should be used in flank

...s, commonly referred to as the "pocket battleships" because of their large guns and small size. They were designed to comply with the Treaty of Versailles, ...a main turret or all engines. Doing otherwise will constantly feed her AA guns with fresh crew ready to be knocked unconscious again by the next 203+ mm H

The 203 mm guns has three shell choice; an average HE shell with 8.8 kg of TNT, a SAP shell ...m, while you focus on other cruisers or destroyers with your powerful main guns.

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...inside the ship. Catastrophic ammunition detonations from cruiser-calibre guns are extremely rare, and even battleships may struggle to slip a shell into ...VIII guns seen on previous British heavy cruisers. As with the others, the guns are reasonably accurate, although at long ranges the dispersion will start

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...rved with the Free French Forces. During the early stages of World War II, France was stripped of all equipment due to German occupation. The surviving force ...The turret's sharply slanted sides may also deflect some. However, normal guns at this BR will still easily penetrate the Crusader II's armour from any an

...eased from the United States, part of the 651 light tanks operated by Free France. The 2nd Armored Division was the largest user of this tanks, meanwhile the ...ff quite a few shots. However it can still be easily penetrated by average guns at its battle rating. From the front, the 4 crew members are sitting pretty

...ons and depending on the divisions, cavalry traditions. With this in mind, France operated M4A3 (105) self-propelled howitzers in its tank divisions, to prov === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...ent based on data from Europe. Its armament was changed to six .50 machine guns, and it was ordered into production. A self-sealing fuel tank in the fusela ...out a Japanese aircraft by ramming its tail with his propeller, since his guns had jammed. He still managed to land safely, even though his propeller was

...es and was churning out aircraft using the latest technology. Britain and France quickly realized they well behind manufacturing capacity of Germany and loo ...well as a set of two .50 Cal mounted in the wings and two .50 Cal machine guns mounted in the nose.

...es and was churning out aircraft using the latest technology. Britain and France quickly realized they well behind manufacturing capacity of Germany and loo ...well as a set of two .50 Cal mounted in the wings and two .50 Cal machine guns mounted in the nose.

...eft: solid 1px #cccccc;"|<center>[[File:France flag.png|70px|link=Category:France ground vehicles]]</center>{{Tree-Skip|10px}} ...ti-aircraft mounting on the turret. Often, the two sponson-mounted machine guns would be removed by the crew to save space and reduce weight. The M3 was ma

=== France === === France ===

...sful kill. In case both missiles have already been launched, the remaining guns can still make sure enemy jets will be bothered by the high energy retentio ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...rt I has fairly thin armour. It can generally protect against most machine guns but will usually not stand up against the main weapons of enemy tanks at it === Machine guns ===

...III has fairly thin armour, it can generally protect against most machine guns and some smaller (20 mm) cannons, but will usually not stand up against the === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...erally be shrugged off, particularly when hull down. However more powerful guns such as the [[Pz.IV F2]]'s long 75 mm can destroy the tank easily, so care === Machine guns ===

...to Northwest Africa. These were most likely brought in through Marseille, France, in early 1945. In 1943, M4A4s and M4A2s were delivered to the ports of Alg ...erally be shrugged off, particularly when hull down. However more powerful guns such as the [[Pz.IV F2]]'s long 75 mm can destroy the tank easily, so care

...o grilles with a mere 5 mm of protection that even SPAAs and heavy machine guns can penetrate. === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...of the Peace Treaty. She was decommissioned on July 26, 1948 and ceded to France, renamed Chateaurenault, and remained in service until October 1, 1962. ...ore armoured targets it has a much harder time causing serious damage. The anti-aircraft armament gives you good cover from air attacks, and its manoeuvrability and

..."Starfighters"]], the MV-611 is a motor gunboat armed with six 20 mm Breda guns. It is capable of inflicting significant damage to enemy coastal vessels. H ...y reload extremely fast and their positioning allows you to use at least 3 guns on any surface or air target, depending on their direction. The fast reload

...cruiser mount has insufficient protection to stop anything but the machine guns. Battleship secondaries come in two distinct mounts, and while both have a ! rowspan="2" | Guns per<br>mount

...n is mediocre, at best. The frontal armour will do little to stop standard guns like the American 37 mm or the Soviet 45 mm, and the sides are vulnerable t ...ter, even underpowered. Your penetration is on par with German short 75 mm guns, but unlike the German versions, the 2C's gun only has access to its basic

=== France === * [[P-40F-5 Lafayette (France)|P-40F-5 Lafayette]] (premium)

...1^st Armoured Division was sent to France. It fought in northern France and Belgium before returning to England in June 1940 without any vehicles. === Machine guns ===

=== France === === France ===

...was developed from the SEPECAT Jaguar, a joint project between Britain and France in the 1960s and 1970s. The Jaguar was originally designed as a trainer and ! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs)

...nic aircraft filling that role. Cross-channel negotiations led Britain and France to form SEPECAT: ''Société Européenne de Production de l'Avion d'École ! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs)

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

<!-- ''Some tanks are armed with several guns in one or more turrets. Evaluate the additional weaponry and give advice on === Machine guns ===

* New firing effects for ground vehicle machine guns and automatic cannons for calibres between 7.5 and 30mm. === France ===

! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs) ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs) ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs) ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...he prototype was finished quickly, by the time it was ready for production France had already capitulated. ...snipe or ambush the enemy. Its gun has a good rate of fire, but many other guns at this rank will reload as fast as yours. The gun is extremely powerful fo

...still respectable for her rank. In her 1919 refit, she has essentially no anti-aircraft defences, and captains should be wary of enemy air, and attempt to sail wit ...ime with maximum skills and an ace crew. Whilst not too underwhelming, the guns just aren't very special and are quickly surpassed in power by other battle

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells <!-- ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.'' -->

...assacre|Sétif, Guelma and Kherrata massacres]] and ferried troops between France and Algeria. After a refit, she assisted French forces during the [[wikiped ...vessel, after [[Aigle]], announced for the introduction of the [[:Category:France ships|French navy]] to War Thunder. She was added to the game in [[Update "

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== France === * [[F-84F (France)|F-84F]]

...00 lb bombs along with rockets. The six centre-mounted M3 Browning machine guns are incredibly effective in taking out light pillboxes and other soft groun ...and lends itself to more wing rips. G-Suit is a must. The six .50 calibre guns are accurate enough baselines as is the ammo, so go for the bombs and/or ro

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...ft: solid 1px #cccccc;"|<center>[[File:Bombers_icon.png|50px|link=]][[File:France flag.png|70px|link=Category:France_aircraft]]{{Tree-Skip|5px}}[[File:MapIco ...n attack player-controlled helicopters by using their roof-mounted machine guns, such as the Russian tanks on Kursk map.

=== France === * [[F-8E(FN) (France)|F-8E (FN)]]

'''65 mm/64 Ansaldo-Terni Mod.1939''' is an Italian high-calibre, long-range anti-aircraft gun, combining an excellent rate of fire with great vertical guidance and h ...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells

...rate of fire of its brethren with [[12.8 cm/45 SK C/34 (128 mm)|12.8 cm]] guns, the AP rounds of the [[15 cm/48 KC/36 (150 mm)|15 cm]] cannons are particu ...ts aft and one twin mount at the front. The large calibre of these cruiser guns result in a rather slow reload of 7.5 seconds (with ace crew) and therefore

=== France === === France ===

...on of a ballistic computer to aid in the destruction of ground assets with guns, bombs, and rockets. The aircraft also receives numerous improvements, such ! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs)

...etween 1953 and 1985, and forty years of service and remarkable success in France and abroad due to their simplicity and versatility. The MARS 15 was origina ...roof, pretty much any aircraft can quickly wipe you out by just using its guns. Sadly, the only reliable protection is to try to find some cover, either i

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells <!-- ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.'' -->

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ...against external components of the warships, such as the torpedo tubes or anti-aircraft batteries, and to start fires.

=== France === === France ===

...iding or staying at your teams spawn and being an SPAA. Even light machine guns can kill you. * 8 mm of all-around armour is insufficient to stop even .50 cal machine guns

| link = ItO 90M (France) ...rmour overall, the ItO 90M can be penetrated by even rifle-calibre machine guns from any direction and any hit from HE shells, artillery strike, autocannon

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== France === === France ===

| link = F-8E(FN) (France) ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

=== France === * [[AD-4NA (France)|AD-4NA]] (premium)

...a relatively thin lower glacis, it is not able to absorb rounds from most guns, and there is no transmission to absorb a penetrating shell. However, the s === Machine guns ===

...turret. The ammunition and ballistics of the US Army 75 mm M3 and M6 tank guns were shared by the SA 49 tank gun. ...steel plates, providing reasonable protection against low-caliber machine guns and light artillery fire. However, it should be noted that the E.B.R 1951 i

...ehicles was part of the vehicles sent to France as military aid by the US. France used this vehicle, modified with a 40 mm Bofors autocannon that proved to b === Machine guns ===

=== France === * [[Seafire LF Mk.III (France)|Seafire LF Mk III]]

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

The DF105 was a support/light tank developed between France and Germany during the 1980s by the company Thyssen Henschel. The DF105 was ...times have enough time to shoot the enemy a 2nd time before they get their guns on you in case you missed your first shot, or you did not disable their abi

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

The Vautour IIA was a jet-powered attack aircraft designed by France during the 1950s. It was operated by Israel alongside the IIN variant. Arme ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

=== France === === France ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...yed swiftly through airlift. The ELC concept was to mount strong anti-tank guns on a small but fully armoured tankette, resulting in a mobile, concealed li ...vres, thus the gameplay is centred on these characteristics. Heavy machine guns, which are prevalent on the battlefield, can readily penetrate weak spots o

...r capital ships Japan offers, the Kongō offers speed over total amount of guns and armour, this gives her more opportune reaction times in regards of angl ...hull armour, the splash damage from the detonation will frequently destroy guns and turrets. Type 91 APC is an improvement over the Hyuga's equivalent AP s

...f its most notable users was Israel. Israel acquired about 23 AML-90s from France in the early 1960s, and used them extensively in the Six-Day War of 1967 an === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...Israel in the Six-Day War of 1967. A total of 400 tanks were acquired from France between 1956 and 1967 with three battalions being formed and ready to be de === Machine guns ===

=== France === === France ===

...nsuring the protection of the platform. This historical timeline showcases France's commitment to arming its military with cutting-edge technologies, enablin ...ined range, flexibility, and precision. This comprehensive system embodies France's dedication to sophisticated anti-armour platforms, bolstering the success

...leships of her era and the same battery of 8x{{Annotation|15-inch|381 mm}} guns, while still having the speed of a battlecruiser. This essentially made her ...{{Annotation|HE-VT|High-explosive variable-timed}} shells. This leaves the anti-aircraft capability lacking, though not nearly so bad as early dreadnoughts or prece

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

=== France === === France ===

...leaving it vulnerable to strafing by large-calibre aircraft heavy machine guns or aircraft cannons. For the M36B2 variant, new HEAT-FS ammunition has beco === Machine guns ===

...aka WZ550 with a 4x4 config; while player of [[MEPHISTO|VAB MEPHISTO]] in France will find many similarities to it. Most of the features on WZ551 are identi * Thin armour all around, can get penetrated by machine guns and shrapnel easily

...leaving it vulnerable to strafing by large-calibre aircraft heavy machine guns or aircraft cannons. For the M36B2 variant, new HEAT-FS ammunition has beco === Machine guns ===

! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) ! [[QJK99-12.7-1 (12.7 mm)|12.7 mm QJK99-12.7-1]] machine guns (1,000 rpg)

...lds a really good explosive filler. Historically, the gun was adopted from France and lacked any significant successes in combat. ...only two broadsides while the [[305 mm/46 Vickers model 1909 (305 mm)|main guns]] are reloading.

...nic aircraft filling that role. Cross-channel negotiations led Britain and France to form SEPECAT: ''Société Européenne de Production de l'Avion d'École ! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs)

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

=== France === === France ===

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

=== France === ...battle rating of the session, you'll encounter the following anti-aircraft guns:

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...dedicated anti-tank guns such as the Soviet 45 mm 45-K, the US 37 mm M5/M6 guns, and the British 40 mm 2-pounder can penetrate this tank frontally from med === Machine guns ===

! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs) !! Lead indicator ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

...e to penetrate and destroy the AMD.35 with ease. Not to mention that SPAAs guns have high rates of fire. As with any other vehicles, it is advised to shoot {{France light tanks}}

=== France === * [[PBY-5A Late (France)|PBY-5A Late]] (premium)

...secondary armament consisted of a pair of Canon de 37 mm Modéle 1925 for anti-aircraft protection and two triple launchers for 550 mm 23DT torpedoes. During her s ...ted against detonation. Captains are advised to use SAP shells in the main guns for its penetration capability while aiming for enemy vessel weak spots suc

...craft should be avoided at all cost, as she lacks any short-range anti-air guns. She is best played in a support role or as an ambusher, picking off lone t ...mounted on the Chacal are the 10 mm thick gun shields mounted on the main guns.

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

...r, and escorted surviving French ships to the mainland, fighting for Vichy France. In 1942, she underwent refit in Casablanca until the port was attacked by ...s a combination of excellent speed with great firepower. However, her main guns suffer from being unable to rotate fast enough to keep up with the turn rat

...ving a huge advantage in firepower, she engaged enemy vessels with all her guns, until being heavily damaged and forced into beaching to avoid sinking. She ...BR when not upgraded, but the same as all the competitors when fully aced. Guns can easily keep up with the turn rate thanks to their high horizontal targe

...nsign, she underwent a major refit, where she was up-gunned to 150 mm main guns, 40 mm Bofors, and equipped with an American radar. She was based in Toulon === Anti-aircraft armament ===

...pport for the Allied troops in amphibious landings on Corsica and Southern France. After the end of the war she returned to her service as a training vessel, ...[[155 mm/50 model 1920 (155 mm)|155 mm/50]] main guns, very good anti-air guns, and lacklustre survivability, which is made worse by the overall very larg

...French tech tree, Emile Bertin is a very versatile cruiser with excellent guns and high speed, but lacks any notable armour protection, and with a large e The 152 mm/55 model 1930 guns are grouped in two triple turrets forward and one triple turret aft. This c

...mainland France. With the Case Anton, German military occupation of Vichy France, French sailors scuttled Colbert along with the rest of the French fleet at ...ate "La Royale"]] as a heavy cruiser, owning it to the calibre of the main guns and the overall displacement. She's a very good performer against soft targ

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

...ons of her tier. These guns have a shorter effective range than some other guns due to their lower velocity, however, they make up for this with their powe ...]] and the smaller [[Bourrasque]], she mounts a much improved, and needed, anti-aircraft battery.

...m autocannon and supplementary armaments, the VBCI-2 possesses exceptional anti-aircraft and anti-vehicle capabilities. This enables it to engage a wide spectrum of === Machine guns ===

...oteur de 155 GCT''' is the first variant of the AMX-30 AuF1 self-propelled guns family. Although it is an entirely new family, it is closely related to the ...argets. Furthermore, due to its incredibly thin armour, even heavy machine guns can destroy it, thus it is important that players have keen tactical awaren

! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs) !! Lead indicator ...nt of the aircraft, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in a battle, and also what belts or drums are better to use. If there i

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

=== France === === France ===

...the first to carry 14-inch (356 mm) guns, the first to mount anti-aircraft guns, the first to be able to launch aircraft, the first to control gunfire with ...ha beach landing and Rangers attacking Pointe du Hoc. After the capture of France, she left to the Pacific to take part in the Battle of Iwo Jima and Okinawa

...[Object 279]]. It can also serve as an excellent last-ditch self-propelled anti-aircraft (SPAA) thanks to the AMX-10M possessing the same 20 mm gun as its brethren, ...rmour of the AMX-10M is thick enough to protect from small calibre machine guns from all angles. The extra structural steel plates help add 4 mm of protect

...PLAGF and one of the highest-penetration (non-DU) export APFSDS for 125 mm guns, DTC10-125 (aka '''三期弹''' or officially, the '''三步弹'''; Phrase/ === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...navalized version of the [[Jaguar (Family)|SEPECAT Jaguar]] was cancelled, France was left with a dire need for an aircraft to replace their aging fleet of [ ! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs)

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

=== France === * [[M26 (France)|M26]]

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

...retained on to their M26 fleet for longer, Belgium retaining it till 1969, France quickly swapped them out for M47 Pattons. === Machine guns ===

=== Machine guns === ...but also are effective against lightly armoured vehicles. Evaluate machine guns and give recommendations on its use.'' -->

...at, the EC-665 Tiger is a result of European defense collaboration between France and Germany, initiated during the Cold War era to counter ground threats, e ...of the helicopter, if any. Describe how effective the cannons and machine guns are in battle, also what ammunition belts or drums are better to use. If th

...apon and their features and purpose. If it concerns autocannons or machine guns, write about different ammo belts and what is inside (which types of shells ''Give a comparative description of cannons/machine guns that have firepower equal to this weapon.''

=== France === === France ===

...turned to Toulon. With the Case Anton, German military occupation of Vichy France, French sailors scuttled Vauquelin along with the rest of the French fleet === Anti-aircraft armament ===

...she sailed to Portsmouth in England and joined the Free French Navy as an anti-aircraft battery and later accommodation ship. Later, she was reassigned as a target === Anti-aircraft armament ===

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

...craft the ability to force the nose towards an enemy, thereby bringing the guns on-target. This ability often catches enemies off-guard, and can net a quic ! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs) !! EEGS

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

=== Anti-aircraft armament === ...erall effectiveness – including against surface targets. If there are no anti-aircraft armaments, remove this section.'' -->

...re four .50 M2HB machine guns, each reload will load 4 ammo boxes onto the guns with each box containing 200 rounds. {{France anti-aircraft vehicles}}

...int development of the AJ-168 Martel anti-ship missile between Britain and France. However, the problem of carrying it still existed and, strapped on budget ! CCIP (Guns) !! CCIP (Rockets) !! CCIP (Bombs) !! CCRP (Bombs) !! EEGS

...nt: one British Heavy Mk. IV {{Annotation|(Female)|Armed only with machine guns, as opposed to the Male variant with cannons}}, several Medium Mk. A "Whipp | [[File:France_flag.png|32px]] France || Renault "FT" Light Tank || 20* || 1917 || 1919