The XM800T is an ARSV, developed in the 1970s by Chrysler, FMC Corp., and Teledyne Continental. It was meant to replace the M114 but never entered production, although the experience gained was used in the M2 Bradley later on. However, this tank combines weak armor with a gun that can’t even penetrate 70mm of armor up close. So how to play this exceptional light tank? Find out in this article!
The Panzerkampfwagen Neubaufahrzeug (German for “New Construction Vehicle,” abbreviated Nb.Fz.) was a prototype multi-turreted medium tank developed by Germany in the pre-WWII era. While its service was brief and limited, its history is quite interesting. The Nb.Fz. was an early attempt to develop a German medium tank and was part of the experimentation that accompanied the development of Germany's early armored forces. It also saw limited combat during the early stages of WWII and was used extensively for propaganda purposes, despite never entering full-scale production. In today’s article, we’re going to take a look at the history of the Neubaufahrzeug, from its development and design to its limited combat service and eventual fate.
The Panzer II is one of Germany’s first tanks and can be found early in the German tech tree. While often overshadowed by the later German tanks, the Panzer II doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. However, the Panzer II is quite the joy to play. In today’s article, we’re going to look at the strengths and weaknesses of the Panzer II, which tactics to use, which enemies to keep an eye out for, and how to get the most out of one of Germany’s early smaller Panzers.
Out of all the tanks in the Panzer IV family, the Panzer IV H is perhaps one of, if not the most famous. With good armament, solid armor, and respectable mobility, the Panzer IV H’s reputation lives on in War Thunder, where it can be quite fun to play. It almost serves as a bridge between the lighter tanks of the early war and the late-war German beasts. In today’s article, we’re going to look at the Panzer IV H’s strengths and weaknesses, which tactics to use, and how to get the most out of playing Germany’s workhorse!
In the history of military aviation, it is rare to find instances of enemy air forces battling each other using the same aircraft. The British withdrawal from Palestine in 1948 is an example of such a rarity: Mustangs, Spitfires and Mosquitoes alike all took part in this conflict, as well as other R.A.F. and I.A.F. aircraft, which will be discussed here as well.
The T-28 is a Soviet medium tank from the USSR tech tree. It has several notable features, including two machine-gun turrets, a potent main cannon, and surprising mobility for a tank of its size. While it does have its limitations, with the right tactics and knowledge of its weaknesses, the T-28 can be a very strong weapon indeed. In this article, I will go over the tank’s best and worst features as well as the best way to play it.
Today, folks, we're going to look at a big hopper, namely the M3 Lee or Grant. These weren't its only names; it was mockingly called the Cathedral by the Americans because of its silhouette, while the Germans called it “Grab für sechs Freunde” (Grave for six friends), making fun of the tank's flammability. However, it not only had many names but also many variations and versions, some of which you've never heard of, are fake, or are among the most famous in the world. It was also operated by a wide variety of users. And that’s not all: Bernard Montgomery (also called “Monty”) even used an M3 Grant as his personal tank; its nickname was also “Monty“.
The “Iron Triangle” describes the three most important aspects of a tank’s design: Mobility, Protection, and Firepower. Like most things in this world, you can’t have the best of all worlds, so tradeoffs have to be made in each vehicle. For a more armored tank, mobility will likely be reduced, making it easier for enemies to locate, target, and damage your vehicle. Saying alive can make the difference between victory and defeat, so learning how to protect your vehicle and avoid critical damage is key to lasting longer in battles. With the right techniques, you can increase your chances of survival and lead your team to victory.
The Gloster Meteor was the first operational jet fighter to enter Allied service, marking the United Kingdom’s transition into the jet age during the final phase of the Second World War. In Belgian service, it played a central role in the post-war reconstruction and modernization of the Belgian Air Force, equipping the nation’s first generation of jet fighter squadrons from the late 1940s through the early 1960s and forming the backbone of its emerging Cold War air defense capability. The Meteor operated both at home and abroad, most notably seeing combat during the Korean War. Although it was rapidly overtaken by more advanced swept-wing designs, the aircraft proved invaluable as a transitional platform, enabling Belgian pilots to develop proficiency in jet operations, air defense, and ground attack, while establishing the doctrinal and operational foundations for later aircraft such as the Hawker Hunter and SABCA F-104G Starfighter.
