World of Tanks RU: Update 1.26 Elevates German Tanks
In-Depth Overview of Individual Tank Upgrades:
Tier X PZ.KPFW. VII:
- Enhanced Reload: The 12.8 cm Kw.K. 46 L/61 gun now reloads in just 14.7 sec, down from 16 sec.
- Quicker Aiming: Aiming time has been reduced to 2.3 sec from 2.6 sec, enabling faster target acquisition.
Tier IX VK 45.02 B:
- Reload Efficiency: The 12.8 cm Kw.K. 44 L/55 gun’s reload time has been cut to 14.7 sec from 15.7 sec.
- Aiming Time Reduction: Now aims in 2.3 sec, improved from 2.6 sec.
- Depression Angle Increase: Gun depression angles for all armaments have been increased to -7 degrees from -5 degrees, offering greater firing flexibility.
Tier VIII VK 45.02 A:
- Chassis Rotation Deceleration: Chassis rotation speed has been adjusted to 20 deg/sec from 25 deg/sec, and verstärkteketten from 28 deg/sec to 22 deg/sec, for improved handling.
- Turret Traverse Optimization: Turret traverse speed is now 22 deg/sec, down from 30 deg/sec and 25 deg/sec, for enhanced targeting stability.
- Weight and Strength Augmentation: Hull and turret weights have been increased, leading to a new total vehicle weight of 73 t. HP has been boosted to 1550 HP and 1650 HP for different turrets, reinforcing the tank’s robustness.
- Speed Adjustments: Maximum forward speed has been reduced to 32 km/h, and reverse speed to 15 km/h, to align with the tank’s new assault role.
- Role Transformation: The tank’s role has shifted from universal to assault, with corresponding adjustments in armor and mobility to fit the heavily armored assault heavy tanks concept.
Pz.Kpfw. VII and VK 45.02 (P) A:
- Armor Enhancements: Modifications to the gun mantlet and turret ring armor have been implemented to bolster frontal protection.
Pz.Kpfw. VII, Pz.Kpfw. VII 7×7, VK 45.02 B:
- Boosting Demand: To increase their presence in the game, we’ve refined reload times, aiming capabilities, and gun depression angles.
Tier VIII PANTHER MIT 8.8CM L/71:
- Accuracy Boost: The 8.8 cm Kw.K. 43 L/71 mod.Vlt gun now achieves an accuracy of 0.29 m at 100m, sharpened from 0.32 m.
- Aiming Time Improvement: Reduced to a swift 2.2 sec, enhancing reaction times.
- Penetration Power Increase: Armor penetration for both basic and special ammunition has been significantly improved.
- Mobility Enhancement: The maximum forward speed has been increased to 50 km/h, allowing for rapid occupation of strategic positions.
Combat Effectiveness:
- Stabilization Improvements: Gun stabilization across the board has been refined for more precise firing.
- Dispersion Reduction: Gun dispersion due to movement and rotation has been decreased, ensuring more accurate shots.