Introducing the Błyskawica from WoT Update 1.24.1
Does this tank resemble a beaver?
The NC 70 Błyskawica, a regular TD-10 from Poland, is featured in the photo. This tank, equipped with a gun that has a deep rifled barrel, will be the 66th TOP in the game.
Historical Background: The NC 70 Błyskawica, a self-propelled gun, was designed to combat armored vehicles, destroy fortifications, and suppress and eliminate enemy artillery and manpower. The project incorporated a new artillery system that guaranteed a high initial projectile velocity. The gun barrel was intended to be rigidly fixed in the wheelhouse, without recoil devices, simplifying the design and reducing the cost of the gun. The power plant consisted of two gas turbine engines. However, the work on the vehicle halted at the design stage.
Introducing the Gonkiewicza from WoT Update 1.24.1
The SDP 60 Gonkiewicza, a regular TD-9 from Poland, is showcased in screenshots. This tank is equipped with a gun that has a deep grooved barrel.
Historical Background: Back in 1960, Poland saw the emergence of the SDP 60 Gonkiewicza project, a heavy anti-tank self-propelled gun. The design aimed for a well-armored vehicle with respectable mobility. To achieve this, plans were made to install a compact yet powerful engine, based on one of the early versions of the GTD-1 gas turbine engine, boasting an estimated power of 1000 hp. The Soviet side provided the documentation for it and also introduced their Polish counterparts to materials on deep-rifled guns. These materials served as the foundation for the development of their line of guns. Overall, the project was a success, but due to its high cost, it never saw implementation.
Introducing the Kilana from WoT Update 1.24.1
The SDP 58 Kilana, a regular TD-8 from Poland, is featured on AI. This tank is equipped with a gun that has a deep grooved barrel.
Historical Background: Back in 1957, Poland embarked on the design of promising tanks and self-propelled guns. Among these projects was the SDP 58 Kilana, a self-propelled gun powered by a gas turbine engine. Both the armament and the power plant were designed using cutting-edge technologies supplied by the USSR. To enhance firepower, deep-rifled guns were installed. These guns, developed in the Soviet Union, were transferred to Poland for testing and potential production. Although the project remained a blueprint, it served as a foundation for the ongoing development of Polish anti-tank self-propelled guns.
Introducing the Gowika from WoT Update 1.24.1
The SDP 57 Gowika, a regular TD-7 from Poland, is showcased in the photo.
Historical Background: Following the conclusion of World War II, the Polish army utilized Soviet self-propelled artillery units. As the 1950s rolled in, the licensed production of T-34 and T-54 tanks commenced, laying the groundwork for the independent production of armored vehicles. The SDP 57 Gowika, an anti-tank self-propelled gun, was designed to replace the outdated Soviet self-propelled guns, the SU-100 and ISU-122. The project was deemed successful, but the construction of a prototype and its subsequent implementation was set aside in favor of a design with greater promise.
Introducing the Burza from WoT Update 1.24.1
The SDP 44 Burza, a regular TD-6 from Poland, is showcased in the photo.
Historical Background: During the pre-war years, Polish tank construction evolved in two distinct directions. The first direction drew upon original technical solutions, influenced in part by the British school. The second direction was inspired by French ideas, which is understandable given that the country had purchased French tanks.
Following the onset of World War II, several Polish designers relocated to England, where they continued their work. Among their projects was the SDP 44 Burza, a tank destroyer that bore the hallmark features of the British assault tank program and incorporated proposals for the introduction of advanced technical solutions. However, this project was eventually shelved in favor of the more promising A39 (Tortoise) assault tank.
Introducing the Zadymka from WoT Update 1.24.1
The SDP 40 Zadymka, a regular TD-5 from Poland, is showcased in illustrations. The journey to this branch begins with the 14 TP (4 lvl).
Historical Background: The SDP 40 Zadymka, a tank destroyer, was conceived as a potential tool for battling heavily armored combat vehicles and bolstering promising medium tanks. The gun’s large caliber enabled the vehicle to serve as an assault self-propelled gun. During its creation, the designers drew upon English expertise in fabricating casings with substantial cast parts. Given that the ammunition couldn’t fit into the wheelhouse, a decision was made to carve out a niche that covered part of the engine compartment. However, the work didn’t advance beyond preliminary sketches.
