Heavy Soviet tank ST-II. Heavy Soviet tank ST-II Here are ST 2 new tanks
7-08-2016, 10:46
Good day everyone and welcome to the site! Friends, the topic of our conversation today will be a very strong and no less famous vehicle, a heavy Soviet tank of the ninth level - here is the ST-1 guide.
Indeed, there are people who consider this unit to be better than the top-end one, and they are partly right. To understand why players love this heavy vehicle so much, whether it’s worth downloading and how to counter this monster in battle, you need to know the ST-I characteristics, be able to properly equip it with equipment, consumables, train the crew, etc.
Detailed performance characteristics of ST-1
We have at our disposal not the largest, but very decent by the standards of our classmates, safety margin and a mediocre basic visibility of 380 meters, which, if desired, can be raised to acceptable values.
It’s not for nothing that this heavy weight is called a real fortress, because its strongest point is its incredibly strong tower. The fact is that the CT-I performance characteristics have very serious reservations for this element. Even a level ten tank destroyer can hardly penetrate a turret from the front, and in most cases the enemy will have to charge gold if there is no way to target another element of our vehicle.
Regarding the case, everything is not so good. We are capable of excellent tanking on the side, showing it at an acute angle, but the ST-I World of Tanks tank makes its way into the frontal projection without any problems, especially in the NLD.
We cannot boast of good mobility. Serious armor makes itself felt in this matter and it is worth noting that although the ST-1 WoT has a good maximum speed, it gains it reluctantly due to the weak ratio of horsepower per ton, and our maneuverability is completely weak.
ST-I gun
In terms of armament, a 122 mm cannon is installed on board, the same as that of the top heavy gun of this branch, the IS-4, but, of course, some parameters are not adjusted for the better.
If you look at serious one-time damage, there are no complaints, armor penetration is also good, but the rate of fire has let us down and because of this, the ST-1 gun’s DPM output is not very good, approximately 1985 without taking into account equipment.
Even more serious problems with accuracy. The dispersion of our heavy weight is quite large, stabilization limps on both legs, but the worst thing is the aiming speed of 3.4 seconds. It really takes a long time for us to get down and this parameter of ST-1 World of Tanks needs to be improved as much as possible.
As for the vertical aiming angles, they are good. The gun tilts down 8 degrees and in most cases this will be enough for you.
Advantages and disadvantages of CT-I
We looked at the most important characteristics, parameters of the vehicle’s weapon, and by and large everything is clear here. However, for ease of perception, it is still worth highlighting the main strengths and weaknesses of the ST-1 heavy tank separately.
Pros:
An immaculately strong tower;
Strong sides;
Good alphastrike;
Decent armor penetration;
Comfortable vertical aiming angles;
Not a bad top speed.
Minuses:
Mediocre frontal hull armor;
Weak DPM;
A short review;
Mediocre accuracy and very long mixing;
Poor dynamics and maneuverability.
Equipment for ST-1
In our case, selecting additional modules is quite easy, but you need to take this issue seriously, because a lot depends on your choice. The most important thing is to improve the aiming speed, but the machine also has other weaknesses, so we install the following equipment on the ST-1:
1. is an excellent option, especially considering that our DPM leaves much to be desired.
2. – the most necessary module that allows you to improve accuracy (reduction will start from a smaller circle).
3. – a comprehensive increase in several parameters at once, including damage per minute, information, review.
The third point can be replaced with , which will significantly improve the review parameters. But most often we will engage in close combat, and whether it is worth sacrificing a comprehensive boost of characteristics, everyone decides for himself.
Crew training on ST-I
An equally important aspect in our game is in the case of this heavyweight. However, there is nothing fundamentally new here, we are pursuing the same goals, but we should not forget about such important nuances as, for example, the speed of repair. Thus, on ST-1 the perks are upgraded in the following sequence:
Commander (radio operator) – , , , .
Gunner – , , , .
Driver mechanic - , , , .
Loader – , , , .
Loader – , , , .
Equipment for ST-1
With consumables, everything should also be clear and familiar. If the supply of silver allows, take , and . This set will allow us to get out of a sticky situation with the least damage (which will arise often), because we must restrain the enemy’s forces by tanking the damage. By the way, this unit rarely burns, you can easily take it instead of a fire extinguisher. However, for those who do not have extra silver or gold, it is better to equip the ST-1 tank with equipment in the form of , , . With such a set you can also fight successfully.
Tactics of playing on ST-1
We have in our hands a very strong machine, endowed with unprecedentedly strong armor and powerful weapons. This unit can without a doubt be called a real breakthrough tank, but due to limited mobility, you need to carefully choose the direction of attack.
Of course, on ST-I, combat tactics consist of positioning on the first line. You must learn to play from the tower as best as possible. Thanks to its strength and comfortable vertical aiming angles, you can use various ruins, embankments and terrain so that almost no one can penetrate you.
But it is important to understand that it is better not to show the hull of the ST-1 World of Tanks at all, to occupy positions where artillery cannot shoot at you unhindered and you must always dance. By moving slightly back and forth and slightly turning the turret from side to side, you make it more difficult to target the vulnerable commander's hatch.
In such realities, the Soviet heavy tank ST-1 WoT should play as alpha. After firing a shot, it is advisable to hide while reloading. If you can’t tank with just the turret, try to rotate the hull, which will increase the angle of the armor and increase the chances of non-penetration or ricochet.
Another good technique, especially on urban maps, is reverse diamond tanking. The ST-1 tank has strong sides and showing them from behind the building at a good angle, it will also be difficult to penetrate you.
Otherwise, it’s better not to be left alone, even such a giant is very vulnerable to a superior number of maneuverable opponents. Keep an eye on the mini-map, assess the situation in battle, and if you are not sure in any direction, it is better not to go far from the base so that you have a chance to return and knock down the capture.
Leading engineers of the project are Chasovnikov and Garin. The ST-II tank was designed as a powerful armored vehicle with a fast-firing large-caliber gun. This design continued the development of the ST-1 heavy tank, and the main differences concerned improved fire accuracy and increased rate of fire of the gun:
The turret is equipped with two large or medium caliber guns, as well as 2 machine guns (small-caliber, rapid-fire guns);
- the guns are served by 2 loaders, which ensures a high rate of fire from two guns;
- the tank can accurately and quickly hit the target from the second gun, due to zeroing from another gun;
- in case of possible breakdowns of one gun, firing continues with the second gun - the tank is fully operational;
- armor, remote control power, tank weight per gun has doubled - accuracy and shooting on the move increases;
In terms of combat characteristics, such a tank should surpass 2 tanks of the same type. In terms of other characteristics, units and components, the ST-II repeats the design of the ST-1 tank.
The ST-1 heavy tank provides a powerful combat vehicle equipped with a rapid-firing, large-caliber, powerful gun with sufficient armor. The present design aims to further develop the previous tank, mainly by increasing the accuracy of the guns and increasing the rate of fire of the tank, and is distinguished by the following features, which are the subject of the invention.
Comments for the project
In file 395 of the TsAMO of the Russian Federation, where this project is stored, there are several comments made, most likely by someone from the military: “This tank is a meaningful project, the author managed, without making critical changes, to create a tank with the main feature - an increased rate of fire and the positive aspects ensuing from this,” “A competent and complete project, the author is well versed not only in tank building, but also in weapons for tanks ".
Ganin V.A. worked at Bolshevik from 1942 to 1945. He was a senior engineer at artillery design bureau No. 92. Ganin was better known as a rocket engineer - the author of underwater missile launches. Engineer Ganin is the author of 62 works in various fields: artillery, aviation, missiles, etc. Has 24 copyright certificates. Competent and qualified engineer. But in the case of the ST-1 and ST-II projects, the story of OSA-76 and the Savin tower repeated itself. The project is good, but the author does not have his own design bureau, there is no help from then famous people. And the well-known love of tank crews for artillerymen played an important role - the project was “ridiculed” and soon forgotten. But what kind of tank could it be…….
Main characteristics:
- weight up to 56 tons;
- hull armor mm: 160 frontal and 140 side;
- turret armor mm: up to 250 frontal, mantlet up to 300, 160 side and roof top 30;
- armament 100 or 122 mm gun, one 50 mm mortar, two 7.62 mm DT or one 12.7/14.5 mm DShK or KPVT;
- gun ammunition capacity is up to 80 rounds;
- rate of fire up to 16 rpm;
- propulsion system up to 850 hp;
- travel speed up to 45 km/h;
- range up to 150 kilometers;
- vehicle crew – 5 people;
- chassis base - object 701 - IS-4 tank in its early version.
According to combat data, this tank is superior to two tanks of the same power, because in them it is impossible to achieve such a rate of fire and accurate adjustment of fire for shooting and killing.
In terms of the design of other components and mechanisms, the ST-II tank is similar to the ST-1 tank.
Engineer Ganin
Engineer Chasovnikov
TsAMO RF, fund 38, inventory 11350, file 395
A few comments on this project:
1) This vehicle is a re-interpretation by the artillery author of Object 701 in its original version. Based on the performance characteristics, type of weapon (122 or 100 mm cannon, twin breech-loading mortar), and hull design, the prototype is calculated accurately. The main feature of the project is the turret and systems that increase the rate of fire.
2) A competently executed project, as well as excellent awareness of the latest achievements in tank building and, most importantly, in matters of tank armament, eloquently indicates that the author of the project is not just another creative person, but a specialist in his field. That is exactly what it is. Valentin Asikritovich Ganin had experience working at the well-known Bolshevik plant, and from 1942 to 1945 he was a senior engineer at the Central Artillery Design Bureau of Plant No. 92 (Grabin Design Bureau). However, he is better known as a rocket scientist, in particular, it was he who came up with the idea of underwater launch of rockets. Ganin owns a total of 62 works in the field of artillery, aviation, and missile technology, including 24 copyright certificates. In a word, he is a very serious person and engineer. It seems that in the case of ST-I, a story similar to the Savin tower and OSA-76 is emerging again. The idea is not bad, but the person does not have a design bureau behind his back and, more importantly, influential people. Plus tankers don’t like artillerymen. In general, the project was abandoned and archived. It's a pity…..
Hello everyone, friends!
Object 277- the newest top heavy tank of the USSR branch with a classic turret layout in the online game World of Tanks.
In the first two materials, we looked at the main performance characteristics of the new K-91 medium tank.
In the first material, we compared it with its direct “competitors” from its own USSR branch, the researched top-end medium tanks T-62, Object 140 and Object 430U. You can read the article by following the link -
In the second article, we allowed ourselves to fantasize about its competition with special, unexplorable medium tanks of the tenth level of different nations Object 907, T95E6 and one Strv 103B tank tank. To study in detail what came out of such a comparison, you can follow the link -
Both newest tanks (K-91 and Object 277) were released in version 1.0.2#880, this was the first General test. Then there were versions 1.0.2#886, 1.0.2#890. It came out to the general public, like K-91, on the basis of 1.0.2.0#892. Then came version 1.0.2.1#898, then 1.0.2.1#906. The current version at the time of writing is 1.0.2.1#911.
It should be noted that the USSR branch in WOT was already very tight. The last heavy tank, which came out quite recently, the Object 705A, was completely different from other representatives of the branch. He delighted me with his cannon and impenetrable tower. And there are also the well-deserved IS-7 and IS-4.
Object 277 is simple...even the turret in front :-) Is it better than the IS-7? Better than IS-4?
Let's figure out together what kind of animal they served us with the latest sauce.
Here's what Wargaming itself tells us about the TT Object 277 (Tank description):
"Developed at OKBT LKZ under the leadership of chief designer Zh.Ya. Kotin in 1956-1958. Two prototypes were made and tested in 1959 - early 1960. The hull and turret were also manufactured for shelling tests at the test site. Work on the tank was stopped in the summer of 1960 due to insufficient development of some systems and units and the lack of tactical and technical advantages over the heavy tank Object 770."
Let's look at what the notorious Object 277 consists of.
130 mm M-65 gun.
Let's immediately compare it with the most similar tanks.
What will we have in comparison?
Of course, the USSR. That is, IS-4, IS-7, Object 705A. And, looking ahead, we also add the Chinese 113 and WZ-111 5A. The reasons for such a company will be written below.
Now we get the following:
IS-4 armed with a gun 122 mm M-62-T2. For obvious reasons, we are not considering the possibility of equipping it with 122 mm D-25T.
IS-7 armed with a gun 130 mm S-70.
Object 705A armed with a gun 152 mm M-51.
113 armed with a gun 122 mm 60-122T.
WZ-111 5A armed with a gun 130 mm 59-130TA.
Let's put this shooting stuff into a table. Units of measurement and full names of characteristics are according to the screenshot of the weapon above.
Object 277 | IS-4 | IS-7 | Object 705A | 113
| WZ-111 5A |
|
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Rate of fire | 4.8 | 5 | 4.38 | 3.31 | 6 | 5.36 |
Average armor penetration | 265\340\65 | 258\340\68 | 250\303\68 | 256\317\90 | 249\340\68 | 250\340\65 |
Average damage | 490\490\640 | 440\440\530 | 490\490\640 | 650\650\840 | 440\440\530 | 490\490\640 |
Average damage per minute | 2352 | 2200 | 2146 | 2155 | 2640 | 2625 |
Scatter | 0.38 | 0.38 | 0.4 | 0.44 | 0.37 | 0.39 |
Mixing | 2.7 | 2.9 | 2.9 | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.5 |
Weight | 4300 | 3397 | 2980 | 4370 | 2757 | 3090 |
Let's interpret the results. As you can see, not all cells are marked with color. The rate of fire is the best for the 113. The worst is for the 705A.
Breaking through is no longer so clear. At the moment in the game, 277 is very good on both regular and gold. At the same time, they won’t let you lie, this VZ-111 also has a good gun. And at the same time, the 705A is also not bad - there are no complaints about its 152 mm. Well, maybe oblique. At the same time, 340 penetration for tanks is different. In the current version, 277 and VZ have no competition. Whoever rides them knows. They shoot as they want and wherever they want, and in most cases they penetrate. For example, 277 from the rotary gun struck different parts of the forehead of my 110E3 three times. I didn’t even know that he could even fight higher than a cannon! I suspect that this is nothing more than an advance for 277. To swing, take, roll. And then there was something to nerf :-) Well, not Isov?
Average damage per shot is almost the same. The 705A is special - but it’s generally included in the comparison, because it’s a TT of the USSR. He is generally apart on all counts. At the same time, again, they won’t let you lie, both Chinese are very good at damage per shot. In the game, more hits come from them than from anyone else, with equal calibers. People especially fell in love with the release of VZ-111 5A.
The average damage per minute in theory is the best 113. The seven is the worst. In practice, I have a huge number of fights at 113. You know, I call it “didn’t hit, didn’t hit, ricochet.” Golda is not golda - it doesn't matter. Either the algorithm there is “favorable” to me, or it’s true - I consider him the most wretched TT now at level 10.
In terms of spread, the leader is again 113. The worst is 705A. Yes, the 705 doesn't have very good spread, that's a fact. But 113 is definitely not the best, judging by the game.
Mixing - OT wins.
The lightest gun is the 113.
What about our new guy? To be honest, everything is fine with him. Looking ahead, I will say that the best thing he has at the moment is a cannon, a good turret and speed. I believe that one of these things will be nerfed - either the gunner, or speed, or tower armor.
Let's draw an analogy with the previous comparison and get the following:
Object 277 | IS-4M | IS-7 | Object 705A | 113 | WZ-111 model 5A |
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Booking | 290\224\80 | 250\200\170 | 240\185\94 | 330\150\120 | 290\180\80 | 300\180\60 |
Turning speed | 27 | 22 | 25 | 28 | 26 | 26 |
Review | 400 | 400 | 400 | 390 | 400 | 400 |
Weight | 12000 | 14200 | 14200 | 18000 | 12000 | 15000 |
Let's summarize the comparison between the towers. Look here. Of course, the 705 has a gorgeous tower. Both in numbers and in the game, things like Jagpts and Hevik Japs are dangerous for us. Basically, that's it. Seven and four also don’t fight head-on, we don’t count the roof. At the same time, their numbers are “the most cardboard.” VZ - yes, good. But I don’t like 113. Don’t look at these numbers. At all. Shoot the tower anywhere from any angle. He is beating. Always. Everywhere. Everyone. What about 277? Great tower! Frontal armor is on par. The hatches are sewn, yes. At the same time, I want to say this. It says 27 degrees per second. Moreover, you can’t really play PT on this tank. There is no point in sitting in ambush. So, the turning ability of the turret is insufficient! On the 7th perk crew, it feels like one of them is shell-shocked. From a medium distance I could not keep up with the T-62 with the muzzle. However, I did not observe this with the IS-7. There is nothing to say about the Chinese - they have towers that are fast in battle. Moreover, I did not feel this in any of the tanks in comparison. 705 itself is slow, and the tower is stupid, but no! Look, he has the highest speed. Mass does not play a special role here; we will discuss mobility later. Review... well, plus or minus, it’s the same for everyone. Perks and equipment will smooth this out. I think this is the price to pay for a cool gun.
We will simply note the remaining modules.
Power plant M-850.
Radio station R-113.
Let's get down to business.
Let's look at all the tanks from the article in profile, admire the festive hangar and move on directly to the comparison.
Object 277.
Object 705A.
113. Ready for battle :-)
WZ-111 5A.
IS-8 / T-10 in top configuration.
In comparison, as you already understand, we will have the top 3 TT USSR and 2 TT China.
Equipment Major Rapid Fire:
- Perks - Camouflage (stealth), Brotherhood (bonus everywhere), Eagle Eye (surveillance), Virtuoso (mobility), King of the Off-Road (mobility), Inventor (surveillance), Radio Interception (surveillance).
- Equipment - Powder gas exhaust system (+7.5 to all skills), Experimental loading system (-12.5% to charging time) and Adjusted optics (+12.5% to vision).
- Additional ration for the USSR, Improved ration for China (+10% bonus everywhere).
- Camouflage (+3% to stealth).
- "Golda" - IS-4 - "BK-9" cumulative, Object 277 - "ZVBK" cumulative, IS-7 - "UBR-482P" sub-caliber, Object 705A - "UBK5510" cumulative, 113 - "Ro-122" cumulative , VZ-111 5A - "Ro-130" cumulative.
- Rational ammunition storage (-2.5% of loading time)
General comparison.
Unexpected, right? The most powerful with fire is the Chinese 113. The liveliest is the IS-4. The most mobile is the IS-7. The most inconspicuous Object 277. The most big-eyed 113.
Let's move on to detailed positions.
Firepower comparison.
The tanks are very similar in some ways. In general, if we take a purely cannon, then I would say that 277 = VZ. With small reservations, but it feels like it. Even 2 of the 3 main indicators are equal - penetration 340 and damage 490. At the same time, in relation to this comparison, I will only note that 705A is not as bad as it seems here. Moreover, I would be the only one out of the whole crowd to go head-on with the Mouse and Hevik the Jap. Example? Please:
So numbers are numbers, and fights are fights. There is also a video on 277 - I apologize, they will be on the channel later. And yes, 277 is brilliantly criticized. Not like 113, but also very often. Critic collection, that's what I call it.
The 113 has a top-level rate of fire - 8.12 rounds per minute and a CD of 7.39 seconds.
The turret rotation speed - despite all my feelings in the game - is the highest for a beginner, 31 degrees per second.
UVN? I'm used to Americans. Unfortunately. In comparison, I would say that the gun does not tilt. If immediately after the battle on the 110E5 or Kranwagen you fight on any of these tanks, you will be very disappointed, because... you will have to change your playing style on the fly. Shooting down is not our strong point on these machines.
The guns are equally oblique on all tanks in the comparison. Medium and close combat distances are suitable for us. There are no snipers here, this is not a super K-91 :-) The best aim is 2.18 for the VZ and the worst is 2.52 for the IS-4. To be honest, there's not much difference.
Ultimate damage 3572 at 113. Paper damage. He won't be able to pull it off against any comparison tank, and will be destroyed sooner. Unfortunately, the “comparator” does not make this clear.
The fattest thing here in every sense is the old IS-4 and Object 705A. Let's pay attention to the hull armor. 140 for the IS-4, 140 for the 277 and 140 for the VZ - these are completely different 140. Radically different. The armor more or less works for the four and VZ, we don’t count the pike nose of the IS-7. 277 in short - cardboard. Or an IS-8 body, whichever you prefer. You won't wait until someone hits you. It will punch and scream to the fullest. This fact just needs to be accepted. The tower, on the contrary, pleased me. Almost a complete analogue of the VZ tower. We don’t look at the side armor - it breaks well, but the forehead is protected. Not 705A, of course, but very good. It is quite suitable for playing according to the “trade the tower” scheme. Considering that UVN is bad. But we will shine it, and it will be relatively safe.
This is almost not noted in the characteristics. But! In fact, we have 3 identical tanks here. 277, 113 and VZ. They are fast in battle. This is true. These are the tanks that can and often should operate as part of a group of medium tanks. Either by leading it - for example, at 277 and VZ, or supporting it nearby from cover - in the case of 113. They are really agile and mobile. About the turning speed of the Chinese chassis - it’s true, they really turn quickly. And these 3 tanks allow you to be the first to arrive at the attack position, the first to arrive at the dispersal point together with the ST. Within reason, of course - we cannot catch up with the warhead 25 of both the Leopard and the Lt due to different accelerations, vehicle masses, etc.
Friends, there is not much to talk about here. They are all equally worthless in camouflage and all see equally well. This is due to their role in the game - tanking. Only the type of attack will be different.
Now about cloning.
When I saw this tank, I immediately thought about the Chinese. Not about the OT. Very similar, even without looking at the characteristics. Because, I repeat, I drove a lot on 113. Look.
Straight body! Curved design doesn't count. There is NO "pike" nose here. How tired I was of this plywood corner at 113, and how I didn’t want to see it at 277, but I saw it. And now for clarity:
The owner of the "pike" nose and its most famous representative is the IS-7. The cheeks beat well.
"Pike" nose designed by VZ-111 5A. The cheeks are beating, but not well.
"Pike" nose of the IS-8 T-10. The cheeks are beating with a bang.
"Pike" nose of a fake IS-8 :-) Sorry, WZ-111 1-4.
One more thing. Interesting. How far did Object 277 go from the IS-8, i.e. T-10 and its twin? Let's take a quick look.
There is a chance to hit the object! The Eight has a slightly faster rate of fire, but the 122 caliber means less damage. Same numbers as 111 1-4, because both have 130 mm guns. By the way, I really like this gun on the WZ-111 1-4. Bangs as needed. In terms of survivability - with these gold shells there is almost no chance that one of the trio will not pierce the other in the forehead of the hull. But the turrets... The object will feel itself on the wave. That's why he's TOP. At the same time, all 3 tanks are criticized very strongly and consistently. The Chinese are a little more critical than the others. In terms of mobility, I’ll say it briefly - everyone will catch up with each other, and no one will run away from anyone.
Well, friends, let's summarize? This tank is the 4th or 5th similar one in the game, and here's why:
Object 277 is incomplete copy 113.
Object 277 is close copy WZ-111 5A.
Object 277 is upended IS-8 \ T-10.
Object 277 is uprooted relative WZ-111 1-4.
He is also “not-pre-TT”, he is also “over-ST”. From medium tanks it analogue - Object 430U. In the same way, he is “not-pre-TT” and “re-ST”. And he has a similar role. His strong point is his armor. Its weakness is its low speed in the ST class. The 277 has its strong point - high speed, its weak side - little armor in the TT class.
What are the advantages? A good gun, it penetrates everything, with good damage. Hi's fast. Nice tower.
Cons - plywood body, small UVN.
Verdict - why make a clone of the same thing? WZ-111 5A is still better.
Thank you very much for reading the article!
Sincerely, WOT Boca Chica.
Despite constant balance changes, World of tanks still has tanks that are more interesting to play on, and which allow you to greater influence the outcome of the battle or even fight for victory, remaining alone against several enemies.
The best tanks in world of tanks by level in 2018
Today's article provides examples of the best tanks in World of Tanks, according to the author, at different levels. You may notice that your favorite tank has been undeservedly forgotten; you can write about it in the comments.
Review of the best tanks in WoT
- Good weapon
- With high precision
- With huge damage
- Durable all-round armor
- Thick frontal armor
- Ricochet silhouette
- High top speed
- Fast acceleration
- Excellent maneuverability
- Good disguise
- Great review
Of course, fulfilling all the conditions at the same time is impossible; there may be a tank, but it will have too weak weapons, which will not allow it to become the best. However, the presence of several positive qualities will indicate that we have a worthy fighting vehicle.
So, let's begin our review of the best tanks in WoT.
The best first tier tanks in World of tanks
Among tanks of the first level it is difficult to select favorites, but at high ranks you can distinguish excellent vehicles such as the IS-3, T-54, T-29 and others, but first things first.
Among the players in the battles of the first levels, players on vehicles with pumped-up crews who have been playing on tanks of the first level for a long time can stand out; for example, there are quite a few such players on a Soviet tank MS-1.
The best second tier tanks in World of tanks
At the second level, anti-tank and artillery self-propelled guns become available to players, and among them there are vehicles that differ from others for the better. This American tank destroyer T-18 with a well-protected forehead, which most second-tier tanks cannot penetrate; in addition, the T-18 has good mobility and a good top-end gun.
Self-propelled gun T-18
- ✔ High precision weapon
- ✔ Thick frontal armor
The best tanks of the third level in Wot
Among the tanks of the third level, it is worth noting the Soviet premium T-127. This tank is well protected from the front by sloping armor, has a good gun, and good mobility. Excellent armor allows you to fight alone against several enemies.
American Tank destroyer T82- an excellent third-tier combat vehicle, it boasts high one-time damage, good dynamics and maneuverability, and excellent visibility.
The best tanks of the fourth level in World of tanks
At the fourth level there are several cars that you will always be glad to see in your team.
British Matilda tank
This combat vehicle is protected better than heavy tanks of the fourth level. Being at the top Matilda capable of deciding the outcome of a battle, even remaining against several enemies. Of course, you have to pay for good armor with poor mobility. When getting into battles with opponents of the fifth and sixth levels, Matilda is not so good, but can still be useful due to a good top weapon.Hetzer anti-tank self-propelled gun
The German tank destroyer is a nightmare for many fourth-tier tanks, because they cannot penetrate this vehicle head-on, while the Hetzer easily destroys them with one or two shots. Playing against senior level opponents for armor Self-propelled gun Hetzer you can’t count on it, but this machine will still be able to hit enemies from ambushes.
The best tanks of the fifth level in World of tanks
Among the cars of the fifth level we can distinguish Soviet heavy tank KV-1. Which, with proper play, remains impenetrable for many same-level opponents. The poor mobility of the KV-1 tank requires careful selection of the direction of attack, because returning across half the map in order to break the capture will not work. Among the advantages of the KV-1 tank, one can note the availability of several good guns - the rapid-fire Project 413, the universal F-30 85mm, and the high-explosive U-11 122mm.
American tank destroyer T49
An anti-tank self-propelled gun with a turret that allows this vehicle to be used, including as a medium or light tank. The T49 self-propelled gun is equipped with an excellent top-end weapon. Good mobility of this T49 tank destroyer sometimes used incorrectly by players, you should not go alone to the enemy base, where the T49 will quickly be destroyed.
M-24 Chaffee
American Chaffee tank- an excellent firefly, which can also attack enemies with a good, fast-firing weapon. After the introduction of new light tanks, Chaffee’s top gun was taken away, now this one is not so good, but it doesn’t even reach the tenth levels now.
The best tanks of the sixth level in World of tanks
At the sixth level, the KV-1S tank with an excellent D2-5T gun stood out, but it was divided into two combat vehicles - the KV-1 of the fifth level, and the KV-85 of the sixth level, which have not so impressive characteristics. .
Hellcat in World of tanks
American Hellcat tank destroyer has excellent dynamics and speed. Its top gun is capable of inflicting 240 units of damage, penetrating 160mm. There is practically no armor on the Helket; it is worth noting only the well-protected gun mantlet, which, together with good vertical aiming angles and a movable turret, allows you to shoot from behind hills and shelters without fear of a retaliatory hit.
FV304 - new generation self-propelled guns
On the sixth level, the favorite of many players is also located self-propelled art. FV304 installation With high mobility and a fast-firing gun, this vehicle shows good results.
T 34-85 in WoT
According to our readers, the T 34-85 should be included in the list of the best tanks in World of tanks in 2016. Indeed, we undeservedly ignored this combat vehicle. The T 34-85 is a universal fighter, without pronounced weak characteristics and, when used skillfully, can change the outcome of the battle.
The best tanks of the seventh level in Wot
There are quite a few good combat vehicles located on the seventh level, but the American T-29 and the German tank destroyer E-25 are worth special mention.
T-29 - play from the tower
Tank T-29 if used correctly, it can be considered the best heavy tank of its level. A powerful top-end gun, good elevation angles and a thick turret forehead are the best aspects of the American TT to be used.American heavy tank T-29
- ✔ Good weapon
- ✔ Thick frontal armor
The main thing when playing a T-29 is to hide the weakly protected hull, showing only the turret to the enemy. The T-29 performs well in hilly terrain, when shooting from cover, and can compete with Soviet vehicles (which are good in cities) in battles in urban areas. .
Unavailable E-25
Premium tank destroyer E-25 has a bonus when balancing teams - it does not fall on level nine tanks. This makes playing on it more comfortable, but it cannot be said that it is unbalanced. The only problem is that the E-25 was removed from sale.
The best tanks of the eighth level in World of tanks
At level eight, one of the most dangerous opponents is German tank destroyer Rheinmetall-Borsig Waffenträger. The low silhouette and excellent top and stock guns make this vehicle one of the best in the game. It is worth noting that for a good game on Rhm. Borsig, it is advisable to place it under the control of an experienced crew with good visibility and camouflage; in addition, you need to choose the right position, because weak armor will not leave you a chance if detected. If you think that the main thing in a combat vehicle is the weapon, then Rhm. Borsig for you.
Armored KV-4 World of tanks
Our readers consider the KV-4 to be one of the best tier eight tanks. Good armor and a penetrating top gun are excellent qualities for joining the top of the best tanks in WoT.
Pike nose - IS-3
Soviet IS-3 may not have any outstanding data, but based on the totality of characteristics it deserves to be noted on this list. Good armor, powerful weapon, good mobility. What else is needed for a good tank? The IS-3 has it all.
Heavy tank IS-3
- ✔ Good weapon
- ✔ Durable armor
- ✔ Ricochet silhouette
The best tanks of the ninth level in World of tanks
Among the machines of the ninth level we can highlight Soviet medium tank T-54, characterized by a low ricochet silhouette, good mobility and a good weapon. T-54 tanks are especially dangerous in a group, so find yourself an assistant in a random battle or play a T-54 in a platoon.
Medium tank T-54
- ✔ Good weapon
- ✔ Ricochet silhouette
- ✔ Good mobility
Object 704 - BL-10 carrier
In addition, I would highlight the Soviet PT-SAU Object 704, equipped with the famous BL-10 gun in the game (several years ago this gun was the most powerful among its analogues on tank destroyers and tanks). Also, Object 704 is well protected from the front; its armor plates are located at rational angles, which gives hope for a ricochet or non-penetration. The combination of these characteristics makes it possible to act on the second line of attack, being in the thick of things.
Tank ST-1 at the ninth level
In 2016, our readers consider the Soviet ST-1 to be one of the best at the ninth level. This tank can be equipped with a weapon that is used in WoT on the IS-4. At the ninth level it is very strong, and allows ST-1 to break into the rank of the best.
There are quite a few good Tier 10 vehicles, these are the American T57 Heavy and T110E5, the Soviet T-62A and Object 263, the German JagdPanzer E100 and Waffentrager E-100, the French Bat Chatillon 25t, and the British FV215B. The style of play on these tanks is different and it is difficult to single out the best vehicle.
The best tanks in WoT in 2017 - players' opinions
Many WoT fans named their favorites in the comments. Let's see which tanks we underestimated. Among the best tanks in 2017, players most often named: medium T-34-85 and T-34, heavy ST1, KV2, KV4.
The mentioned tanks are really very good, the T-34 and T-34-85 are universal fighters that have good mobility and a lethal weapon for the ST. They are capable of providing worthy resistance to any enemy, and in skillful hands they become machines for destruction. These Soviet STs have long been valued by players, but in 2017 the situation has not changed.
The Soviet KV-2 has a 152 mm caliber gun, unique for a Tier 6 TT, which makes it a very strong opponent, but only with skillful shooting from a large-caliber gun.
The KV-4 and ST-1 are distinguished by good armor and good armament, which allows them to be included among the best.
We looked at a lot of tanks, many candidates for the list of the best were suggested by our readers, but not all vehicles in WoT are good, there are others that we identified in.
Tank ST-1
Having summarized the available information for 1945, domestic engineers began creating a project for a heavy tank. This tank design involved eliminating known shortcomings and introducing new solutions to the heavy tank model:
- a built-in gun of large or medium caliber, plus two machine guns - small-caliber automatic guns;
- placement of the crew in the tank: driver - the front part of the tank, gunner and vehicle commander - the front part of the turret installation, loaders - the rear part of the turret, behind the commander and gunner, respectively (the location of the vehicle commander is not accidental - thus, a more complete overview is provided, the presence of 2 loaders in the tank should provide an increased rate of fire);
- the turret niche has a pocket in which ammunition for the gun is located. This arrangement is possible for various types of ammunition, which also leads to an increase in the rate of fire;
- in addition, the guard of the cartridge case is provided with a centering cartridge, a swinging spring-loaded roller, which has reduced the loading action and increases the rate of fire;
- in the design of the gun, a long-range special nozzle was used, which provides an increase in the speed of the ammunition with standard characteristics of the gun and ammunition;
- to stabilize the gun vertically, a special lifting mechanism was used to stabilize the artillery system of the moving part of the gun mount;
- to stabilize the tower part in the horizontal plane, a rotary special stabilization mechanism was used;
- to counter air targets, a semi-armored small-caliber gun was installed on the hatch of one of the loaders, equipped with a hinged shoulder pad to improve aiming. Firing from this heavy machine gun does not affect the performance of the task by the tank crew - one of the loaders fires. This design was implemented in a heavy tank model;
- a special footrest with a hand-foot swinging lever, provides a convenient foot drive for turning the tower part horizontally in an electric or hydraulic version;
- to rotate the tower they used the Ampledin or Ward-Leonardo method. The vehicle commander has backup steering control;
- a precisely calculated structural and technological installation of the gun in the turret of the tank - a box-shaped frame with a gun cradle mounted on axles was used. The frame itself is welded to the cradle, which significantly reduces possible problems with installing the gun inside the turret;
- a breech-loading mortar mounted on a tank provides smoke masking for the tank, as well as the possibility of using fragmentation mines against enemy personnel;
- the turret section has three hatches - the commander’s and the loader’s, which increased the exit and entry time for the crew and the ability to service the heavy machine gun;
- it is possible to install a freely rotating hatch for the commander;
- weapon sights - a breakable monocular sight with magnification and a wide field of view for a gun, sighting and collimator sights for a heavy machine gun;
- to improve ventilation, they used suction of gases from the fighting compartment from the spent cartridges that fly out of the breech of the gun from the cartridge outlet enclosure pipe using a fan;
- for general ventilation, a blower fan was used and placed on the implement;
- supply of air to the units in the tower part, possibly additionally from the propulsion system via the air supply unit;
- a rotating seat with a special footrest was installed for the vehicle commander;
- the loaders were provided with removable suspended seats;
- almost all the ammunition was placed in the turret to increase the rate of fire;
- the embrasure assembly provided increased armor protection of the frontal part of the turret compartment;
- inflatable tubes used in special grooves ensured the sealing of the turret skirt;
- the tank can be driven underwater, for which a flexible hose with a float was used for the engine suction pipe;
- when underwater, the tank is provided with an increase in pressure to minimize water ingress;
- quick removal of the gun is possible; for this purpose the turret was equipped with a hatch in its niche;
To ensure the survivability of the chassis and increase its dynamics, large support rollers were used.
Tank ST-II
Leading engineers of the project are Chasovnikov and Garin. The ST-II tank was designed as a powerful armored vehicle with a fast-firing large-caliber gun. This design continued the development of the ST-1, and the main differences concerned improved fire accuracy and increased rate of fire of the gun:
- installation of 2 large or medium caliber guns in the turret, as well as 2 machine guns (small-caliber rapid-fire guns);
- the guns are served by 2 loaders, which ensures a high rate of fire from two guns;
- the tank can accurately and quickly hit the target from the second gun, due to zeroing from another gun;
- in case of possible breakdowns of one gun, firing continues with the second gun - the tank is fully operational;
- armor, remote control power, tank weight per gun has doubled - accuracy and shooting on the move increases;
In terms of combat characteristics, such a tank should surpass 2 tanks of the same type. In terms of other characteristics, units and components, the ST-II repeats the design of the ST-1 tank.