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.
After the defeat in World War 2, Japan was in no position to develop or acquire new military aircraft. After the end of the official Allied occupation of the islands, the country adopted a strict policy of non-involvement, vowing never to take part in foreign conflicts and banning all forms of military export. At the same time, given the reality of living in a world divided between two superpowers, Japan also started rebuilding its armed forces for self-defense purposes.
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.
On December 1st, Portugal celebrates Restoration of Independence Day! It was on this date in 1640 that the Portuguese revolted against Spain, which had controlled the country for several decades at the time, and declared independence. Join in with a new video from our Moments of Valor series, dedicated to Portugal!
In Update 1.43, the first multi-turreted tank was added into the War Thunder, namely the T-35. With its introduction, a system allowing independent tank turret control was added. By default, the turrets follow the main turret direction and when firing, all turrets that can fire in the direction of the mouse cursor will fire.
The PGZ09 is a representation of the blisteringly rapid modernization of Chinese anti-air equipment in War Thunder. Placed at one of the highest BRs of any gun-based SPAA, players used to the antiquated but powerful WZ305 with devastating proxy shells will be taken completely by surprise by the frankly overkill amount of new technology introduced on the PGZ09. This ranges from brand new AHEAD shrapnel shells and hydraulic suspension to a cutting edge radar system with NCTR identification, something typically seen on top-tier jets and surface-to-air missile systems.
An autoloader is a mechanism that automatically reloads a weapon and removes spent cartridges. Autoloaders are used on various types of military equipment, such as tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, self-propelled guns, and even anti-aircraft guns. The main purpose of this mechanism is to make the crew's job easier, reduce its size, and, in most cases, increase the rate of fire.
As a fast, nimble yet fragile tank armed with a deadly cannon, the Pz.Sfl.Ic (likely known to veterans under its previous name, the Pz. II H) may prove challenging to master for those used to the more traditional, simpler playstyle of most other tanks at its Battle Rating. Nonetheless, should one put in the effort, they will find this little vehicle to be a true beast, capable of dominating the battlefield and knocking out most targets with a single hit.
