Step into the realm of World of Tanks Console and discover the exclusive low-tier Japanese Tank Destroyers, complete with a historical backdrop.
Unveils the Type 5 Ho-Ru
Japan’s Tier-3 Techtree Tank Destroyer In the twilight of World War II, the Japanese army relentlessly pursued the development of armored vehicles. The Type 5 Ho-Ru, conceived in February 1945, emerged from the blueprints to utilize the Type 95 light tank chassis. Envisioned with a semi-open casemate and a formidable 47mm main gun, this prototype remains a singular testament to their efforts.
Tank Destroyer Class:
- Nation: Japan
- Tier: III
- Research Cost: N/A
- Purchase Cost: 42,000 Silver
- Availability: Automatically unlocked for all players
- Progression: Leads to the Ho-Ni I
Type 5 Ho-Ru’s Battle-Ready Specs (Fully Upgraded):
- Matchmaking: Competes up to Tier IV
- Vitality: 270 hp
- Engine Vigor: 135 hpr
- Agility: 21.95 power/weight ratio
- Velocity: Maxes out at 40 km/h, reverses at 15 km/h
- Maneuverability: Hull and turret traverse at 40 and 48 deg/sec respectively
- Artillery: 90/138/25 penetration; 70/70/90 damage
- Precision: 2.10s aim time; 0.39 accuracy
- Firepower: Unleashes 19.35 rounds/min with a 3.10s reload time, delivering 1,355 DPM
- Ammunition: Stocks up to 112 rounds with AP, APCR, and HE shells
- Reconnaissance: 300 m view range and 550 m signal range
The Ho-Ni I
Japan’s Tier-4 Techtree Tank Destroyer In 1944, Hitachi Ltd. embarked on a mission to craft a tank destroyer. The result was the Type 3 Ho-Ni III, a small-series behemoth based on the Type 97 Chi-Ha tank. Eschewing a rotating turret for a fixed welded cabin, this 17-ton warrior boasted unchanged mobility. A fleet of thirty-one was born, yet peace prevailed before their combat debut.
Tank Destroyer Class:
- Nation: Japan
- Tier: V
- Research Cost: 18,450 XP
- Purchase Cost: 405,000 Silver
- Unlock Path: Follows the Ho-Ni I
- Next in Line: Opens the way to the Type 95 Ji-Ro
Type 3 Ho-Ni III’s Battle-Ready Specs (Fully Upgraded):
- Matchmaking: Faces foes up to Tier VII
- Vitality: 450 hp
- Engine Vigor: 270 hpr
- Agility: 16.05 power/weight ratio
- Velocity: Reaches 40 km/h, reverses at 15 km/h
- Maneuverability: Hull and turret traverse at 32 and 38 deg/sec respectively
- Artillery: 150/194/40 penetration; 130/130/175 damage
- Precision: 1.8s aim time; 0.34 accuracy
- Firepower: Fires 14.29 rounds/min with a 4.20s reload time, achieving 1,858 DPM
- Ammunition: Carries 55 rounds with AP, APCR, and HE shells
- Reconnaissance: 310 m view range and 550 m signal range
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