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The A13 series of tanks was a range of similar British cruiser tanks produced just before, and for the first few years of, the Second World War. They adhered almost single-mindedly to the doctrine of speed and mobility above all else, meaning they were quickly outclassed by newer designs on both sides. Despite this they had a strong impact on the development of British tanks for several years and were a mainstay of the British Army’s tank units in the opening years of the war.
The Republic P-43 Lancer, introduced in 1940, was a transitional American fighter that bridged the gap between prewar designs and the more advanced aircraft of World War II. It offered respectable high-altitude performance for its time, along with decent armament, similar to its more popular successor, the P-47 Thunderbolt. The P-43 provided valuable experience in high-altitude operations and combat testing, with some serving in China under the American Volunteer Group and later the Chinese Air Force.
The Starfighter, the Lawn Dart, the Widowmaker, the Missile with a Man it it; regardless of what you may know it as, it’s impossible to deny its influence on military aviation. The first mass-production airframe to ever reach Mach 2, the F-104 was, and still is, used across the globe by both numerous national air forces and private owners alike. Its design echoed the role it was made for, trading complexity and a wide selection of ordnance for a simple design, made for raw speed. While its many nicknames earned it the dubious honor of being an accident-prone aircraft in popular media, it was still an incredibly unique and capable fighter for its time, only being roughly matched in speed by the MiG-21 a few years later.
The Swedish AJ37 Viggen is a strike aircraft boasting a deadly armament of missiles and guns, combined with an extremely powerful engine. In the hands of a good pilot, it can cause chaos on the ground forces below. It is a huge upgrade from the previous strike aircraft in the Swedish tech tree, the A32A Lansen, with much better capabilities including its weaponry, radar, RWR, and more.
The KV-7 was developed in response to the Red Army’s need for an artillery support vehicle with greater firepower than the T-34 or KV-1. In the game, this self-propelled gun is known for its unique triple-gun arrangement housed in a common mantlet. This setup, combined with its respectable armor, makes it a significant threat to any opponent. But how does one master this machine, considering its distinct characteristics and drawbacks? Let’s find out.
The Type 4 15 cm self-propelled gun Ho-Ro (日本語: 四式十五糎自走砲 ホロ, Imperial Japanese Army Type 4 15 cm self-propelled gun Ho-Ro) was a self-propelled gun (SPG) used by the Imperial Japanese Army during WW2. It was built on the existing chassis of the Chi-Ha medium tank. It was hurried into service, and arrived at the front lines too late to make any lasting impact on Japan’s war effort.
The G-5 class boats were the product of Soviet active coastal defense doctrine. To accomplish their mission, Soviet designers built the fastest torpedo boat of its time to attack large ships. However, this came at the expense of range and seaworthiness, negatively affecting the combat effectiveness of these vessels. In War Thunder, however, these two factors do not affect the G-5, which is a fast and maneuverable torpedo boat albeit with weak armament and low survivability.
The Gongchen tank would become the first tank in service with the People’s Liberation Army. It helped the army of the Chinese Communist Party in numerous battles, including the siege of Jinzhou. A symbol of the PLA’s humble beginnings and its triumphant, hard-fought revolutionary spirit, paving the way for a modern armored force.
The Lago series refers to Landsverk’s production designation of the Stridsvagn m/42, which served as Sweden’s standard medium tank during the end of World War II, which began as an export product and ended up in the use of the Swedish Army where it would serve for decades to come. This article provides an overview of the vehicle’s history and fate.
