SZDV Vz.50: The First Czechoslovakian Gun Cooling Tank in WOT
The SZDV Vz.50 marks a milestone as WOT’s first Czechoslovakian vehicle featuring gun cooling mechanics—a feature previously exclusive to Japanese tanks. This heavy SPG joined the WOT EU Supertest last Friday, signaling its potential arrival in live servers.
Key Features
- Nation & Tier: 🇨🇿 Czechoslovakia, TD-8 (Premium Tank).
- Mechanics Highlight: Gun Cooling System to manage overheating during rapid fire.
- Czechoslovak Premium Line: The 3rd premium tank in its lineup, though the Czech branch remains closed to further tech tree additions.
Gun Cooling Mechanics & Performance
The SZDV Vz.50’s gun cooling mechanic allows sustained firepower with reduced overheat penalties. Key stats affected by this system:
- Dispersion at 100m:
- Uncooled: 0.36
- Cooled: 0.26
- Cooling Time: 9.69 seconds to restore accuracy post-firing.
Full TTX Breakdown
The tank’s operational and combat stats define its role as a universal tank destroyer:
- Damage & Penetration:
- 390/390/530 (avg. damage)
- 252/294/61mm (avg. penetration)
- Firepower:
- 7.45 RPM, 8.05s reload, and 31.29°/s gun traverse for rapid engagement.
- Mobility & Armor:
- 38 km/h top speed, 1,350 HP, and 165mm frontal hull armor.
- Engine Power: 870 hp, 14.8 hp/ton.
Historical Context
The SZDV Vz.50 is inspired by a Soviet-German hybrid project from post-WWII Czechoslovakia. Engineers attempted to merge Soviet gun technology with German chassis designs, but the project was abandoned due to technical incompatibilities.
Why It Stands Out
- Unique Czechoslovak Identity: Combines historical flair with modern gameplay mechanics.
- Supertest Potential: Players anticipate its meta impact as a high-damage, sustain-heavy SPG.
source – wotexpress eu
